{"id":5407,"date":"2020-09-29T19:10:43","date_gmt":"2020-09-29T19:10:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/?p=5407"},"modified":"2026-03-23T02:57:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T02:57:44","slug":"best-classic-cornbread-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/best-classic-cornbread-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Classic Cornbread Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every time we have a backyard BBQ, my husband mans the grill. I\u2019ll handle the sides, but he has one request that is non-negotiable: my homemade Southern cornbread recipe<\/strong>. Cornbread is just one of those things that goes so beautifully with sticky barbecue-sauced fingers. Butter it up or enjoy it dipped in the sauces from that barbecue. A great recipe does not need to be complicated. Believe it or not, it takes just 30 minutes from start to finish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Cornbread Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I remember buying cornbread in the store, thinking it would be more complicated to make. It\u2019s not though. Less than 10 ingredients and you have made-from-scratch cornbread that tastes just like heaven if heaven were made of cornbread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cornbread Ingredients
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  • Yellow cornmeal<\/strong> \u2013 you can\u2019t have cornbread without it and its the foundation of your cornbread mix!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • All-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2013 this lets your cornbread rise while giving it that spongy consistency (You can also use gluten-free all-purpose flour!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Buttermilk<\/strong> \u2013 the secret to the best cornbread on the planet! Some people use whole milk but a true buttermilk cornbread recipe really takes it up a notch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Unsalted butter<\/strong> \u2013 for that moist texture and rich flavor<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sugar<\/strong> \u2013 every batch of Northern cornbread needs to have a hint of sweetness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Salt<\/strong> \u2013 only a little pinch is needed to balance the savory and sweet flavors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    What is the difference between northern and southern cornbread?  <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Cornbread from the north isn\u2019t all that sweet. It doesn\u2019t use as many eggs either. Meanwhile southern cornbread has a buttery finish, more eggs, and can be made with white or yellow cornmeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Easy Cornbread Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    This is one easy cornbread recipe too since it only requires 9 ingredients and 30 minutes total of your time. Incidentally, the prep time is only 10 minutes. You\u2019ve got 10 minutes, right? That\u2019s faster than going to the store and picking up already-made cornbread with additives in it. Making cornbread is quick and easy, and this simple cornbread recipe is perfect for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How Do You Make Cornbread from Scratch?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Making cornbread from scratch is so much easier than it looks. You\u2019ll combine the dry ingredients, then add the wet ones. Just follow the expert tips and tricks for making the best cornbread and it will all come out perfectly after 20 minutes of baking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to Make Moist Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    This moist cornbread recipe calls for butter and buttermilk which should leave you with moist cornbread. However, if you want to make it extra moist, you can rub some butter on the top before serving for an even richer flavor!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Use fresh cornmeal<\/strong> – If you want your cornbread to come out amazing, make sure your cornmeal is fresh. Believe it or not, it can go bad. Just take a sniff and it should be obvious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Don’t overmix<\/strong> – Don\u2019t overmix your cornbread, do it by hand. You want a few lumps in there, the old-fashioned way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Heat the skillet early!<\/strong> – And one of the best tricks of all\u2026follow the recipe below as it directs you to heat your pan or skillet in the oven first BEFORE adding the mixture. It will sizzle and make for that wonderful flavor when it\u2019s all done! Its hard to beat a skillet cornbread recipe when it comes to old fashioned Southern taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Why do you put eggs in cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Eggs help keep it together. While you can skip them and use something else, your cornbread would be overly delicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What kind of cornmeal is used in cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      You can use white or yellow cornmeal, though this recipe sticks with traditional southern roots for a sweet cornbread recipe that uses yellow cornmeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What to Serve with Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      For my family, we love cornbread with barbecue. Pulled pork, ribs, barbecue chicken, and a great backyard barbecue spread always needs homemade cornbread recipe to pair with it. You can also serve chili with it or chicken fried steak. Cornbread is a wonderful accompaniment to so many meals!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Can you use polenta instead of cornmeal in cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Yes, you can. Polenta is very similar to cornmeal. It just has a different grind. It tends to be more expensive, but if you have polenta in your pantry and not cornmeal, it will save you a trip to the store. It is not traditional an will taste different but it can be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      How do I make my cornbread crust crispy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If you want your cornbread to be crispy on the outside, make cast iron cornbread. It\u2019s what cast iron does so well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Why is my cornbread so dry?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      By nature, cornbread should be a bit crumbly. A balance of flour and corn meal will give it the right amount of gluten to keep it together and prevent it from having a dry texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How do you make cornbread in a pan?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If you want to make cornbread in a pan, you can follow my detailed instructions. You\u2019ll want to grease that pan first all through the inside, heat the oil, and then bake it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What is the best pan to cook cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      In an old fashioned cornbread recipe, it\u2019s traditional to use a cast iron skillet. Cast iron cornbread has a nice crusty and crunchy exterior. You could even use a cast iron Dutch oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How do you keep cornbread from sticking to cast iron?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If you use a cast iron skillet to make this sweet cornbread recipe, you\u2019ll want to coat the skillet with a little vegetable oil, even on the sides. You\u2019ll then place that skillet in your oven until the oil gets slightly hot before adding in your cornbread batter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What do you grease a cornbread pan with?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      This sweet cornbread recipe uses butter to grease the pan with and give it a delicious buttery taste. Even better, bacon grease is absolutely amazing to use for your cornbread pan!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How Long to Bake Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Once you pour your mixture into the hot skillet, you\u2019ll bake it for 20 to 23 minutes. Watch to see if the top browns. Then check it in the center with a toothpick to see if it\u2019s ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Is corn flour the same as cornmeal?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Both corn flour and cornmeal come from dried, milled corn but the texture is different. Cornmeal has a course grittiness while corn flour is smooth. Don\u2019t use corn flour for your corn bread because it will turn out with a crumbly texture. Stick with cornmeal for cornbread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Why do you put baking soda in cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Baking soda will help your cornbread rise when the recipe calls for acidic ingredients like buttermilk. As this recipe includes both baking soda and buttermilk, you have all the elements to get your cornbread to rise to the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      How to Store Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If you have any cornbread left (very rare over here), it needs to go in the fridge. Wrap it with plastic or foil and then tuck it in a plastic zipper bag. You should eat it within the next 3 days. If you’re going to eat it within a couple days you can store it in a ziplock baggie at room temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Can You Freeze Cornbread?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      You bet! Just wrap it tightly (again with foil or plastic wrap), put it in a freezer bag and freeze. It will last a while in there frozen, but you probably won\u2019t be happy with the taste after 9 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How to Reheat Cornbread<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Cornbread is best reheated in the oven. Sure, you can nuke it for 30 seconds but it won\u2019t taste the same. Preheat the over to 350F and cover your cornbread with aluminum foil in a baking pan to keep from burning the top. Heat for 10 to 15 minutes, adding butter when done to moisten it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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