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Buttermilk Cornbread Recipe

Buttermilk cornbread recipe is a delicious and easy side dish that will bring back the comforts of home. With a crunchy outer layer and a soft inside, this homemade cornbread is sure to please.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 312kcal
Author: Julie Pollitt

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2-1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1-1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 Tbsp. shortening melted
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375-degrees and grease the cast-iron skillet with butter.
  • Place the skillet in the oven while preparing the cornbread.
  • In a large bowl, add the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and whisk together.
  • Next, pour the buttermilk, melted shortening, egg, and sour cream into the bowl and mix well.
  • Take the skillet out of the oven and pour the mixture in.
  • Place the skillet back into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 451mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g