How to Make Honey-Pepper Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cornbread is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations in the southern United States. This delicious bread is a staple at barbecues, family gatherings, and holiday feasts. There are countless variations of cornbread, but one that stands out for its unique flavor and texture is the Honey-Pepper Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread. This recipe takes traditional cornbread to the next level with the addition of sweet honey and spicy pepper, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The us...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup honey

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch skillet cornbread

  • Drop butter in a 9-inch cast iron skillet and place on the center rack of the oven; preheat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove skillet from oven as soon as butter melts; this may be before oven reaches set temperature. Tip the skillet until melted butter coats all sides.
  • Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Whisk eggs thoroughly in another large bowl. Add milk and honey and whisk until combined. Add dry ingredients and stir just until mixed; pour batter into the prepared skillet. Stir batter in a folding motion to incorporate any remaining melted butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.
  • Nutrition

    273 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 457mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 121mg