Description
Craving something warm, golden, and made with love? This Buttermilk Cornbread Recipe from Grandmother is the ultimate comfort food. It’s everything you want in a quick bread: crispy on the edges, moist in the middle, and full of that old-fashioned Southern charm. Made with real buttermilk and yellow cornmeal, it’s the perfect companion for chili, soups, BBQ, or a simple breakfast with butter and jam. Whether you’re hunting for easy dinner ideas, a quick breakfast, or a classic side for your holiday table, this easy recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup melted butter (plus 1 tablespoon for skillet)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a cast iron skillet inside to heat up.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and swirl 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the bottom.
6. Immediately pour the batter into the hot skillet. It should sizzle slightly.
7. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let the cornbread rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, use stone-ground yellow cornmeal for flavor and texture.
Don’t skip preheating the skillet — it’s what creates the crispy bottom crust.
Want to add a twist? Stir in shredded cheddar, corn kernels, or diced jalapeños before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cornbread, buttermilk cornbread, easy recipe, southern cornbread, skillet cornbread