Cornbread Recipe
Make Cornbread Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's ready for baking the cornbread.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- 3
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, fold in honey, chopped jalapeños, or shredded cheddar cheese to the batter for additional flavor.
- 6
Prepare Baking Dish
Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a cast-iron skillet with butter or cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- 7
Pour Batter
Pour the cornbread batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Baking
- 8
Bake the Cornbread
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
