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Easy Homemade Cornbread Recipe

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This easy homemade cornbread recipe delivers a classic, moist, and tender cornbread with a golden crust, perfect for pairing with chili, soups, or as a side for your favorite meals. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s a quick and reliable recipe that anyone can master in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC) or 200ºC fan settings (Gas Mark 7). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie plate, cast iron skillet, or an 8×8-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir these together evenly to make sure your cornbread will have a uniform texture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, large egg, and cooking oil until well blended. This helps to incorporate air and ensures the batter will be smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until all the mixture is moistened. It’s important not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy which will help keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake the Cornbread: Pour the batter into the prepared greased dish, spreading it evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the top and edges turn a beautiful golden brown. You can test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center—it should come out clean.
  6. Serve: Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting into 8 pieces. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute the cooking oil with melted butter.
  • For a richer cornbread, you can add 1/2 cup of corn kernels or shredded cheese to the batter.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cornbread light and fluffy.
  • If you prefer a sweeter cornbread, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup.

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