Basic Buttermilk Cornbread Recipe
Classic buttermilk cornbread combines cornmeal, buttermilk, and leavening to create a golden, flavorful side dish.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C) and heat a cast-iron skillet within.
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Combine cornmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
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In another bowl, beat the egg with buttermilk and 2 tablespoons melted butter (if using).
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Mix the wet and dry ingredients until blended.
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Remove the hot skillet, add 1 tablespoon oil, butter, or bacon drippings.
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Spread batter in the skillet and bake 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
108 kcal
Carbohydrate:
17 g
Cholesterol:
28 mg
Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
4 g
Saturated Fat:
1 g
Sodium:
437 mg
Sugar:
2 g
Fat:
3 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g