Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread Recipe

Experience the ultimate Southern comfort food with this irresistible Craig Claiborne-inspired cornbread recipe! Forget the skillet – this version bakes beautifully in an 8x8 inch pan, resulting in a moist, tender crumb with a delightful golden-brown crust. This isn't your grandma's cornbread (though she'd love it!), it's a refined take on a classic, perfect alongside chili, soup, or enjoyed on its own. Get ready to be amazed by the flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 125.4 kcal

Protein 9g

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Ingredients for Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups whole milk
Optional: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for greasing the pan)

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How to Make Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs until light and foamy.
Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, followed by 1 cup buttermilk and 1 cup whole milk. Mix until just combined; don't overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared 8x8 inch pan.
Pour the remaining 1 cup whole milk evenly over the top of the batter. Do not stir.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

10g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread?

Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread?

Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread has approximately 125.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread?

The key ingredients for Craig Claiborne's Southern Cornbread are Flour, Cornmeal, Baking Soda, Salt, Eggs, Buttermilk. See the full list with measurements above.