Blue Ridge Mountain Cornbread

Experience the comforting taste of the Blue Ridge Mountains with this classic Blue Ridge Mountain Cornbread recipe, a timeless dish that brings Southern charm to your table. Made with a perfect balance of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this cornbread is delightfully tender yet hearty, with just a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. Baked in a sizzling-hot, pre-greased cast iron skillet, it achieves a beautifully golden crust while staying moist and fluffy inside, thanks to rich buttermilk and melted butter. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this easy cornbread is perfect as a warm side for hearty stews, barbecue, or as a stand-alone snack slathered with butter or drizzled with honey. Whether served at a cozy family dinner or a holiday feast, this rustic recipe delivers irresistible flavor with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat as well.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth. Stir in the melted butter gradually.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined; do not overmix. Batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Carefully remove the preheated skillet from the oven and add the vegetable oil, ensuring it coats the bottom and sides of the skillet.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the cornbread cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	729.2 grams (729.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1917

Total Fat 84.80g	109%
Saturated Fat 39.70g	199%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 523mg	174%
Sodium 4120mg	179%
Total Carbohydrate 256.00g	93%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 38.10g
Protein 43.50g	87%

Vitamin D 207IU	1035%
Calcium 368mg	28%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 821mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 52.2%