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A moist and gently sweet homemade cornbread with a soft, cakey texture and slight crumble, made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect as a side for chili, seafood, BBQ, or enjoyed with honey butter for breakfast.

  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2% or low-fat)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a 9-inch cast iron skillet.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Add honey and milk to the eggs and stir until well combined.
  4. In a larger bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients and melted butter into the dry ingredients.
  6. Gently stir just until all ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep the cornbread light and fluffy.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and firm to the touch.
  9. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm with butter.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent the cornbread from becoming dense., If using a cast iron skillet, watch baking time closely as it may bake faster., Store leftovers at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Thaw and warm before serving., Variations: add diced jalapeños for spice, shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese for richness, fresh herbs like chives or thyme, corn kernels for texture and sweetness, or smoky additions like crispy bacon or smoked paprika.

  • Author: mapps6841@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: approximately 180 per serving
  • Fat: 7g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 26g per serving
  • Protein: 4g per serving