Grandmother's Cornbread Recipe

This recipe for Grandmother's Cornbread delivers a deliciously moist and subtly sweet cornbread, perfect for soaking up savory beans and potatoes. It's quick, easy, and guaranteed to become a family favorite! Made with simple ingredients and a touch of mayo for extra richness, this cornbread is the ultimate comfort food.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 355.4 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.6 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grandmother's Cornbread

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How to Make Grandmother's Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (8.5 oz) Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, 2 large eggs, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
  3. Stir the mixture until just combined. The batter will be thick.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared 8x8 inch baking pan.
  5. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cornbread cool slightly in the pan before serving. Enjoy alongside your favorite beans and potatoes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

19g

Carbs

11g

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