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Crispy Southern Skillet Cornbread

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A classic Southern skillet cornbread with a crispy golden crust and tender inside, perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or cozy weekend meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or dairy-free milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for the skillet

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a cast iron skillet with 2 tablespoons of butter inside the oven while it heats for about 10 minutes until the butter melts and bubbles.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the buttermilk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a rubber spatula until just combined; lumps are okay.
  5. Remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts, swirl in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and sizzling, then immediately pour the batter into the skillet and spread evenly.
  6. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cornbread rest for 5 minutes before slicing to allow the crust to set.

Notes

Preheat the cast iron skillet with butter to create the signature crispy crust. Do not overmix the batter to keep the cornbread tender. Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for best rise. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for a more pronounced crust, watching carefully.

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