Buttery Cornbread Recipe 🥖

Overview

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
• Total Time: 30-35 minutes
• Servings: 8

Ingredients

• Dry Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Wet Ingredients:
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional for added sweetness)

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:
   • Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or cast-iron skillet with butter or non-stick spray.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and honey (if using).
5. Combine Mixtures:
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay.
6. Pour into Baking Dish:
   • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm with extra butter if desired! 🧈

Tips

• For a richer flavor, you can add shredded cheese or cooked bacon bits to the batter before baking.
• Serve alongside chili, barbecue, or as a delightful side with soups! 🌽🍲

Enjoy your delicious, buttery cornbread!