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Delicious and fluffy homemade cornbread served warm on a plate.

Best Cornbread

Enjoy the warm, buttery goodness of cornbread with a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes and serve warm.

Notes

Serve warm with butter, or with soups, stews, or barbecue. Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen for up to 3 months.