Fluffy Cornbread
A simple and delightful cornbread recipe perfect for enhancing any meal, featuring a golden crust and tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (or canola oil)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease your baking pan.
- Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
- Prepare wet ingredients in another bowl by whisking milk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Bake the batter in the prepared pan for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
Avoid over-mixing the batter for a light and fluffy texture. Add corn kernels or cheese for variations.