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A round cornbread is partially sliced into wedges on a speckled dish, with two slices placed on separate white plates. A metal serving utensil rests in the dish on a wooden board. A folded cloth lies beneath the dish.
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Sweet Cornbread Recipe

This sweet cornbread is tender, buttery, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s simple to make and comes together in one bowl for easy cleanup!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Kosher
Servings: 8
Author: Melissa Griffiths

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter plus extra for greasing the dish
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/4 cup milk I use whole milk

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a 9-inch round dish or 9x9 square baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the melted butter, beaten eggs, and milk. Stir just until combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cornbread to cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy it warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread!

Notes

  • You can substitute the milk with buttermilk if you'd like.
  • Can I make this gluten-free? Yes! Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
  • Mix just until you see a few small streaks of flour remaining - then STOP. Those last few lumps will work themselves out during baking
  •  You can also bake this cornbread in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for a rustic presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 371mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg

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