Southern Cornbread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Southern Cornbread offers a moist, tender crumb with a slightly sweet flavor profile, featuring the comforting aroma of butter and buttermilk. Perfect as a side for hearty meals or enjoyed on its own, this classic dish embodies Southern hospitality and rich, comforting flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups white lily self-rising cornmeal mix
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter or margarine

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the self-rising cornmeal mix and sugar.
  3. Add vegetable oil to a 10 or 11-inch cast-iron skillet and place in the oven to heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and 1/4 cup melted butter.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into the cornmeal mixture and stir until just moistened; the batter should be lumpy.
  6. Remove the skillet from the oven and swirl the oil to coat the bottom and sides.
  7. Pour the batter into the hot skillet.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown and a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Brush the remaining 1/4 cup melted butter over the top of the cornbread.
  10. Serve warm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

571 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 41g 53% DV
Carbs 46.4g 17% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 1.3g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 542.3mg 24% DV
Potassium 263mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 155.8mg 52% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 232.3mcg 26% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 177.8mg 14% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% 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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