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Skillet Cornbread Recipe

Skillet Cornbread Recipe

Skillet Cornbread Recipe
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Equipment

  • Skillet Cornbread Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal or white, depending on preference
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar optional
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp bacon grease or additional butter for the skillet

Instructions
 

  • Instructions:
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and place a cast-iron skillet inside while preheating.
  • In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar (if using).
  • In another bowl, mix buttermilk, whole milk, eggs, and melted butter until combined.
  • Remove the hot skillet from the oven and add bacon grease or butter to coat the bottom.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the hot skillet. It should sizzle as it hits the pan.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown on top.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the skillet inside for another 15 minutes to develop a crispy crust.
  • Remove, slice, and serve warm!

Notes

For best results, use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet. Serve with butter and honey or pair with chili and greens!