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Basic Cornbread Recipe

This quick and easy cornbread recipe, adapted from a Mollie Katzen classic, is a family favorite! Perfect for a weeknight meal, it's so delicious, even your toddler will ask for seconds. Get ready for fluffy, subtly sweet cornbread that's ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 419.1 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 2.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Cornbread

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
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  • 1 large egg
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  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (alternative to butter)

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How to Make Basic Cornbread

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking oil or non-stick spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornmeal, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter or oil.
  5. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

64g

Fat

16g

Carbs

21g

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