Mom's Southern Cornbread
Experience the timeless comfort of Mom's Southern Cornbread, a golden, buttery classic baked to crispy perfection in a cast-iron skillet. Crafted with simple pantry staples like stone-ground cornmeal, tangy buttermilk, and just a touch of sugar, this southern-style cornbread strikes the perfect balance between moist and crumbly. The secret lies in preheating the skillet for that signature crispy crust that pairs beautifully with everything from hearty chili to summer BBQ dishes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy homemade cornbread recipe is a family favorite that will fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of southern tradition. Serve it warm, and watch it become an instant hit at your table!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet into the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Remove the hot skillet from the oven and carefully add the vegetable oil, swirling it around to coat the bottom and sides. Then pour the melted butter into the batter and stir gently to incorporate.
Step 5
Carefully pour the batter into the hot skillet. You should hear it sizzle, which helps create that classic cornbread crust.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (959g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2437.7 |
| Total Fat 95.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g | |
| Cholesterol 536.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1737.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 348.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 58.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 272.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 511.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1198.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories