Tender Tasty Cornbread Recipe

This heirloom cornbread recipe comes from a cherished, handwritten note—a legacy from my late mother-in-law, a woman whose culinary skills clearly shone bright! Never having met her, I feel connected to her through this unbelievably delicious cornbread. Get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth experience with the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This isn't just cornbread; it's a taste of family history and pure comfort food.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 177.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating Be the first
Tender Tasty Cornbread 210

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

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

Ingredients for Tender Tasty Cornbread

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Tender Tasty 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 Tender Tasty Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 1 large egg until slightly thickened.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk to the beaten egg.
  5. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tender Tasty Cornbread?

Tender Tasty Cornbread takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tender Tasty Cornbread?

Tender Tasty Cornbread has approximately 177.1 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tender Tasty Cornbread?

The key ingredients for Tender Tasty Cornbread are Yellow Cornmeal, Flour, Sugar, Salt, Baking Powder, Powdered Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review