Traditional Southern Cornbread
Explore the rich history and variations of cornbread, a beloved staple in Southern cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a preheated cast iron skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a sweeter variation, add 1/4 cup of sugar to the batter. Serve with butter and honey for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cornbread, Southern cuisine, traditional recipe, baking, comfort food