My Favorite Childhood Spoon Bread

Transport your taste buds back to simpler times with "My Favorite Childhood Spoon Bread," a comforting Southern classic that’s soft, creamy, and irresistibly rich. This family favorite blends yellow cornmeal with whole milk, butter, sugar, and eggs to create a perfectly tender dish with a custard-like consistency. Enhanced by a hint of heavy cream and baked to a golden perfection, this spoon bread is a nostalgic treat that pairs beautifully with savory mains or stands alone as a delightful side. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for holidays, cozy family dinners, or anytime you crave a warm, homey dish. Its velvety texture and touch of sweetness make it an unforgettable addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Water
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 3 Large eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish or casserole dish with butter.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the yellow cornmeal, whole milk, and water. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the cornmeal mixture from the heat and stir in the butter, sugar, and salt. Mix well until the butter has completely melted.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the baking powder and eggs. Gradually add the egg mixture to the warm cornmeal base, stirring quickly to avoid cooking the eggs.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream gently to create a custard-like consistency. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to retain some creaminess in the batter.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the spoon bread is golden brown on top and set in the center. A toothpick inserted into the middle should come out clean.

Step 8

Let the spoon bread rest for 5-10 minutes before serving warm. It's delicious on its own or with a pat of butter for extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1359.8 grams (1359.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2384

Total Fat 162.60g	208%
Saturated Fat 87.90g	440%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 988mg	329%
Sodium 3595mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 171.90g	63%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 49.80g
Protein 45.20g	90%

Vitamin D 344IU	1718%
Calcium 714mg	55%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1165mg	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: 62.8%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 29.5%