This Is Not A Regular Grannie’s Cornbread Recipe.
Here is the best cornbread recipe, and the only cornbread recipe you need, trust me on this.
No bacon fat;
No leftover (animal) grease;
A few simple ingredients;
An easy to follow recipe;
And a happy ending.
Cornbread Country.
In the first place, and just in case if you are not very familiar with cornbread; it is some kind of a “quick bread” made with cornmeal and without yeast. Similarly, baking powder is the leavening ingredient instead. The history of cornbread goes back to Native American history though it is highly esteemed and enjoyed in the south. So, it is not unusual for people to think that cornbread as a “southern cooking” delicacy.
The Family That Eats Cornbread Together…
Here is a little short story about this cornbread. So, it was my husband’s birthday a few days ago, and though he wasn’t physically around because he is currently at deployment, the kids and I proceeded to make his favorite thing – cornbread! He loves cornbread, and we love him! And of course, we proceeded to eat it on his behalf. Hahahaha
This very Cornbread recipe is indeed a classic. It is also health-ish yet tastier. This super easy to make dessert will warm your heart and put a smile on your face. Likewise, it is about to become a favorite on your dinner table, during a family gathering, and even the next birthday celebration.
If you are ready to let’s get into making this recipe.
This is the only cornbread recipe you need; simple ingredients, easy to make, and delightfully pleasing.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups corn meal
- ½ cup flour
- 1-teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1-cup buttermilk
- 2 medium size eggs
- 6 tablespoons of butter; melted (you can substitute with coconut oil, but I prefer the richness of butter)
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup cane sugar
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients (cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) in a bowl, then mix wet ingredients (buttermilk, eggs, honey, and melted butter) in a different container.
- Combine the two until there is no clumps, yet, do now over mix. Pour the mix into a well-greased baking dish, and place in a preheated 450 oven. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes and then reduce the oven temperature to 375, and bake for the remaining 15 minutes (or so).
- The cornbread is ready when toothpick insert comes out clean. Then remove from the oven and allow to cool before cutting a piece for yourself, enjoy this hearty and happy meal with the people you love.
Notes
You can substitute butter with coconut oil, but I prefer the richness of butter. And am not exactly sure how it will affect the taste of the recipe. If you desire a very sweet cornbread then you may want to add additional sugar. And if you wish for an extra moist cornbread, you may also need more butter/grease. I have also seen people add more melted butter after baking to moisten, that’s just unnecessary calories (in my opinion). Remember this is a healthier cornbread recipe and that is why it calls for only six tablespoons of butter/oil as well as less sugar. You can choose to bake this cornbread from start finish at 375, but I personally like starting at a high temperature (450) and then lowering a bit to 375. By this, I get the crisp from the outside.
When was the last time you made cornbread? And do you have a secret ingredient to making an amazing cornbread? Please feel free to share below in the comment.
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Oh, my! Now I want cornbread…
Have you ever used Amish Friendship Bread starter in your cornbread? I tried it for the first time this year. Delicious.
Now I have to go find something for breakfast! lol… Peace to you!
Hahaha.
I hear you.
But, I have never heard of “Amish Friendship Bread Starter.” Will check it out.
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