Bacon Cornbread Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: savory bacon cornbread! This recipe perfectly combines the crispy, salty goodness of bacon with the sweet and crumbly texture of classic cornbread. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, this recipe is perfect for brunch, a side dish, or a satisfying snack. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 262.7 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Bacon Cornbread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Bacon Cornbread

  • Yellow Cornmeal
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 large eggs

How to Make Bacon Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Grease a 9x1 1/2 inch round baking pan or an 8x8x2 inch square baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted bacon grease, and milk.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the cooked and crumbled bacon.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

16g

Carbs

8g

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