Very Corny Corn Bread Recipe

Craveable Southern-style cornbread, made entirely without wheat flour! This recipe delivers a gloriously crusty, brown exterior with a light and moist interior. Enjoy the irresistible savory flavor – perfect as a side dish or a delightful snack. Easily adaptable for gluten-free diets using certified gluten-free cornmeal, baking powder, and other gluten-free ingredients. Get ready for the best cornbread you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 216.7 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Very Corny Corn Bread

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How to Make Very Corny Corn Bread

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, water, melted bacon grease, and honey.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the bacon bits.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

6g

Carbs

12g

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