Grits Cornbread

Discover the ultimate comfort food upgrade with this Southern-inspired Grits Cornbread recipe, where stone-ground cornmeal and quick-cooking grits come together to create a perfectly moist, tender crumb with a hint of crunch. Elevated with a touch of buttermilk for tanginess and baked to golden perfection in a sizzling hot cast iron skillet, this cornbread is irresistibly rich and buttery with just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's a crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with hearty chilis, barbecued meats, or a drizzle of honey for a sweet treat. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or whenever you crave a classic Southern flavor with a modern twist, this Grits Cornbread will quickly become a staple in your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
• 0.5 cup quick-cooking grits
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.25 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or a baking dish and place it in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, grits, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Carefully remove the hot skillet or baking dish from the oven and add the vegetable oil, swirling to coat the bottom and sides of the pan.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool in the skillet for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	820.2 grams (820.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2162

Total Fat 99.70g	128%
Saturated Fat 43.90g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.40g
Cholesterol 535mg	178%
Sodium 2647mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 273.30g	99%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 41.70g
Protein 45.70g	91%

Vitamin D 241IU	1203%
Calcium 441mg	34%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1164mg	25%

*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: 41.3%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 50.3%