Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWilma'sCorn Bread Recipe

Corn Bread Recipe

Inspired by Wilma's
Time40m
Serves8

Make Corn Bread 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

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Baking Dish

    Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Mixing Ingredients

  1. 3

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  2. 4

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

  3. 5

    Mix Wet and Dry

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Baking

  1. 6

    Transfer to Dish

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

  2. 7

    Bake the Cornbread

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  3. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm.

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