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buttermilk cornbread

Classic Southern Buttermilk Cornbread

This homemade cornbread recipe uses the perfect combination of cornmeal and tangy buttermilk to create a moist, tender crumb with a beautiful golden crust. The slight sweetness balances the cornmeal's earthy flavor, making this the ultimate side dish for your Southern-inspired meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 284
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing the pan
  • ⅔ cup white granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk well-shaken
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal medium grind
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to heat while preparing the batter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until the mixture is light and slightly fluffy.
  4. In a separate small bowl, combine the buttermilk and baking soda, stir gently, and let it sit for 2 minutes until it begins to foam slightly.
  5. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the butter-sugar-egg mixture and stir to combine.
  6. In another bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix - a few small lumps are okay.
  8. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add a tablespoon of butter, swirling to coat the bottom and sides.
  9. Pour the batter into the hot, buttered skillet. The batter should sizzle slightly when it hits the pan.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  11. Allow to cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 318mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17g
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