Crackling Cornbread Recipe

Get ready for a cornbread explosion! This recipe takes classic cornbread to the next level with the addition of crunchy, savory crushed pork rinds. Imagine the perfect combination of sweet cornbread and salty, satisfying cracklings – it's a flavor party in your mouth! This recipe is easy to follow and delivers unbelievably delicious results. Perfect as a side dish or even a fun appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 186.3 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crackling Cornbread

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How to Make Crackling Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups yellow cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Set aside the dry ingredients.
  5. In a separate large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups milk, 2 large eggs, and ½ cup melted unsalted butter.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup crushed pork rinds.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into 9 squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

25g

Carbs

7g