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The Best Moist Buttermilk Cornbread (Southern Style)

A close-up of a square slice of moist, yellow buttermilk cornbread with a golden-brown top, served on a speckled plate.
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You will bake this easy buttermilk cornbread recipe often. It delivers a moist, tender crumb with slightly crisp edges, perfect as a classic American side dish for chili or barbecue.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats. This step helps create the signature crispy crust.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add 2 tablespoons of the melted butter to the skillet and swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides completely. The butter should sizzle.
  6. Pour the remaining melted butter into the batter and stir briefly.
  7. Immediately pour the batter into the hot, buttered skillet.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm. Give yourself a high-five for that golden crust!

Notes

  • For a slightly sweeter cornbread, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 1/2 cups of regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • This cornbread pairs perfectly with your favorite comfort food recipes like chili or slow-cooked BBQ.

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