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A freshly baked golden cornbread in a cast-iron skillet

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This recipe provides a whimsical take on "growing" cornbread, focusing on the simple, classic method of baking it. Enjoy this quick and easy side dish with your favorite meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking pan. This ensures the cornbread bakes evenly and doesn't stick.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make sure all ingredients are well combined to prevent lumps.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil until thoroughly combined. This creates a smooth base for your batter.
Combine and Bake
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened; avoid overmixing. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serve
  1. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm. Enjoy your freshly baked cornbread as a side dish or snack.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of honey or a sprinkle of cheese to the batter. This recipe is easily adaptable to sweet or savory variations.