Nana's Cornbread
Nana's Cornbread is a warm, comforting classic with a perfect balance of tender crumb and golden crust. This family favorite is delicious alongside soups, stews, or with a drizzle of honey.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Pour batter into prepared dish or skillet and spread evenly.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, or until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a sweeter cornbread, increase sugar to 1/3 cup. Serve warm with honey or butter.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 31.1gProtein: 5.9gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7.8gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 225mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 7g