Spoon Bread Recipe

Fluffy, buttery Spoon Bread, a Southern classic! This easy-to-follow recipe from House & Garden delivers a melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible cornmeal flavor. Perfect as a side dish or a delightful brunch treat. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this amazing recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 64 mins
Calories 242.5 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Spoon Bread

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How to Make Spoon Bread

  1. In the top of a double boiler, heat 2 cups of milk over simmering water until almost boiling.
  2. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of fine cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  3. Continue cooking and stirring for about 1 minute, or until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. Do not let it become too thick.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and 4 tablespoons of butter. Let cool slightly.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large egg yolks until light and pale yellow. Gently fold them into the cornmeal mixture.
  6. In another clean bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture, being gentle to maintain airiness.
  7. Pour the batter into a well-buttered 1.5-quart casserole dish.
  8. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is puffed and golden brown on top.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve directly from the casserole dish and pass butter, salt, and pepper for your guests to enjoy.
  10. Serves 6

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

39g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spoon Bread?

Spoon Bread takes about 79 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 64 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spoon Bread?

Spoon Bread has approximately 242.5 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spoon Bread?

The key ingredients for Spoon Bread are Milk, Cornmeal, Salt, Butter, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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