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Moist Southern Skillet Cornbread Recipe

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Make this easy homemade cornbread in a cast iron skillet for a tender crumb and crispy golden edges. This Southern style recipe uses buttermilk for maximum moisture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust for sweetness preference)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing the skillet
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey (optional, for extra moisture and sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey, if using.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine for a tender crumb.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the hot skillet and swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides completely. The butter should sizzle.
  6. Pour the cornbread batter immediately into the hot, buttered skillet.
  7. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispy edges, ensure the skillet is very hot before adding the batter.
  • If you prefer a less sweet cornbread, reduce the sugar to 1 tablespoon or omit the optional honey.
  • This cornbread pairs well as a side dish for chili or BBQ.

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