Johnnie's Cornbread Recipe

This recipe, passed down from my Kentucky mother-in-law, delivers the BEST cornbread you'll ever taste! Forget bland cornbread – this recipe creates deliciously crispy edges and a moist, tender interior. Bake it in a classic round cake pan or for extra rustic charm, use a cast-iron skillet (an 8-section skillet is perfect for individual servings!). Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 206.1 kcal

Protein 12g

Rating Be the first

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Johnnie's Cornbread

Yellow Cornmeal
Self Rising Flour
Cooking Oil
2 large eggs
1 cup milk

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Johnnie's Cornbread? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Johnnie's Cornbread

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) or 425°F (218°C) if using a glass pan.
Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or an 8-section cast-iron skillet.
In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, and buttermilk.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. For cast iron, you may need to bake a bit longer, up to 35 minutes.
Let the cornbread cool in the pan for a few minutes before cutting into 8 wedges and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

10g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Starters Appetizers & Snacks Breakfast & Brunch Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Desserts Side Dishes The Americas American Southern Vegetarian Fall Recipes Game Day Recipes Baking

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation North American Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Breads American Southern United States Easy Dietary 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Johnnie's Cornbread?

Johnnie's Cornbread takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Johnnie's Cornbread?

Johnnie's Cornbread has approximately 206.1 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Johnnie's Cornbread?

The key ingredients for Johnnie's Cornbread are Yellow Cornmeal, Self Rising Flour, Cooking Oil, Eggs, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.