Welcome to the world of cornbread, where Southern charm meets the joy of cooking! Get ready to whip up some magic in your kitchen with this delicious recipe for Southern Skillet Cornbread. It’s like a warm hug from your grandma, but without the awkward questions about your love life!
Behold the Beauty of Cornbread!
First things first, let’s take a moment to appreciate the visual wonder that is this cornbread.
Ingredients for Your Cornbread Masterpiece
Gather up the following ingredients like you’re preparing for a culinary secret mission:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar (because life is short, might as well sweeten it!)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or sour milk if you’re feeling adventurous)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (because butter makes everything better)
Instructions: Let’s Get Cooking!
Now that you have your ingredients, it’s time to hit the kitchen like a cornbread superstar!
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). This is where the magic happens folks!
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Make it nice and fluffy!
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and add the buttermilk and melted butter. Stir until combined. This is your creamy goodness!
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ones and stir until just combined. No need to overmix – we’re not making a protein shake!
- Alright, here comes the fun part! Heat a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop and add a bit of butter. Let it melt and get all nice and greasy!
- Pour the cornbread batter into the hot skillet. Listen to that sizzle; it’s like music to your ears!
- Pop that skillet in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown. You’ll know it’s done when your kitchen smells so good it’s practically begging you to take a bite.
When it’s time, take it out, let it cool for a minute, and then slice a piece – or three! Enjoy your Southern Skillet Cornbread, the perfect side to any meal, or just for snackin’. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you!
