How to Make Skillet Cornbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Skillet cornbread is a quintessential Southern dish that is perfect as a side to any meal or as a standalone snack. This classic recipe is a staple in many households and is loved for its slightly sweet flavor and moist, crumbly texture. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this cornbread is easy to whip up and is sure to be a hit with friends and family.

What sets skillet cornbread apart from traditional cornbread is the cooking method. Instead of baking the cornbread in a regula...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 9-inch round cornbread

  • Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet into the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix milk and cornmeal together in small bowl. Let soak for 10 minutes.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together into a mixing bowl. Add cornmeal mixture, eggs, and butter; beat until a smooth batter forms, about 1 minute.
  • Remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add vegetable oil to the skillet and swish to coat. Pour out any excess oil, then pour batter into the skillet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 18 to 23 minutes. Cut into wedges to serve.
  • Nutrition

    225 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 459mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 191mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 119mg