Skillet Cornbread

Golden, buttery, and baked to perfection, this Skillet Cornbread is the ultimate comfort food and a true Southern classic. Made with a perfect blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, its slightly sweet flavor comes from a touch of sugar, while buttermilk and melted butter ensure a moist, tender crumb. Baked in a piping-hot cast iron skillet, this recipe creates a beautifully crisp, golden crust that’s both hearty and satisfying. Whether served warm alongside a bowl of chili, slathered with butter and honey, or enjoyed on its own, this quick and easy cornbread recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a must-have addition to your collection of classic skillet recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 whole Large egg
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the preheating oven to warm it up.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well combined.

Step 5

Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter and mix it into the buttermilk-egg mixture.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts.

Step 8

Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides of the skillet.

Step 9

Immediately pour the batter into the hot skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.

Step 10

Cut the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter into small pieces and scatter them on top of the batter for added richness.

Step 11

Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(725.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2029.1

Total Fat 82.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g
Cholesterol 336.8mg	0%
Sodium 2878.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 38.7g
Protein 41.1g	0%

Vitamin D 167.9IU	0%
Calcium 340.9mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 823.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 56.4%