Grandmother’s Buttermilk Cornbread
Grandmother’s Buttermilk Cornbread is a nostalgic and comforting treat that brings warmth to any meal. With its golden crust, moist interior, and perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavor, this cornbread is ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners. It pairs beautifully with chili, barbecue, or greens, making it an all-around favorite. Enjoy every bite of this tender delight that’s sure to evoke fond memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup finely ground cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a cast-iron skillet or baking dish with nonstick spray or melted butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients while stirring gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serve warm with butter or honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg