Hot Water Cornbread Recipe

Ingredients for Hot Water Cornbread

• 2 cups cornmeal
• All Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 ½ cups boiling water
• Vegetable oil, enough for about ¼ inch depth in a large skillet

How to Make Hot Water Cornbread

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt.
3. Add 1 large egg and whisk until combined.
4. Gradually whisk in 1 ½ cups boiling water until a thick batter forms. Do not overmix.
5. Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, forming 3-inch patties.
7. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes to ensure the cornbread is cooked through. This step helps to achieve a perfectly tender interior.
9. Serve hot, optionally with butter and syrup.