Perfect Cornbread... Every Time!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar, less if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Add wet ingredients and mix well.
  4. Pour into a greased 9-10 inch dish about 2 inches deep, I use a 10 inch cast iron skillet.
  5. Bake for 18-23 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  6. DO NOT OVER BAKE! This causes it to crumble. I bake mine just until it starts to crack, 20 minutes.
  7. ENJOY!
  8. You can also make these in corn stick pans, bake for 12 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

658 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9g 18% DV
Total Fat 31g 40% DV
Carbs 89.9g 33% DV
Fiber 4.1g 15% DV
Sugar 12g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12494mg 100% DV
Potassium 392.3mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1645.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.9mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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