Tender Tasty Cornbread

Experience the ultimate comfort of homemade "Tender Tasty Cornbread," a golden, buttery delight that's irresistibly moist and fluffy. This classic recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, thanks to a blend of yellow cornmeal, a touch of honey, and rich buttermilk. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, the cornbread boasts a tender crumb that pairs beautifully with hearty chilis, barbecue, or simply a slather of butter and drizzle of honey. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, this dish comes together in under 10 minutes of prep time, making it the ideal addition to both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Whether baked in a cast iron skillet for a rustic edge or an 8-inch pan for traditional charm, this cornbread is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 pieces large eggs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan or cast iron skillet.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, honey, and eggs until smooth and fully blended.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into it.

Step 5

Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cornbread tender.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan or skillet, smoothing the top 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 into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite accompaniment. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	772.8 grams (772.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1806

Total Fat 25.10g	32%
Saturated Fat 8.60g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 399mg	133%
Sodium 2938mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 365.50g	133%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 147.50g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 207IU	1035%
Calcium 358mg	28%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 831mg	18%

*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: 12.1%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 78.6%