Best 2 Blue Corn Cornbread Recipes

Welcome to the exciting world of blue corn cornbread, a delectable treat that combines the richness of blue cornmeal with the comforting warmth of traditional cornbread. In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this unique and flavorful dish. Get ready to explore the secrets behind the perfect blue corn cornbread, as we delve into the nuances of ingredient selection, preparation techniques, and the art of achieving that perfect golden-brown crust. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, this guide will lead you to the ultimate blue corn cornbread experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BLUE CORN CORNBREAD

Blue Corn Cornbread image

Corn bread made with blue cornmeal and more of almost every ingredient you would put in regular corn bread. It is almost cakelike. This is a pot luck winner.

Provided by Bill Jezzard

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup blue cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
5 teaspoons baking powder
¼ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
½ cup butter

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Sift 3 times.
Stir the eggs and milk into the cornmeal mixture. Place the butter in the prepared baking dish, and melt in the preheated oven. Mix hot, melted butter into the cornmeal mixture. Transfer cornmeal mixture to the prepared baking dish.
Bake on center rack in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges of the cornbread pull away from the sides of the dish, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 208.4 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

BLUE CORN CORNBREAD MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY

Blue Corn Cornbread Muffins Recipe by Tasty image

An elevated take on a traditional side dish, these cornbread muffins are made with blue cornmeal and yellow corn kernels for an added touch of sweetness, texture, and color. If that's not enough, we serve these muffins with delicious herbed honey butter.

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

½ stick unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon kosher salt
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 cups blue cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ cups buttermilk
4 large eggs
1 stick unsalted butter, melted
½ cup honey
1 cup frozen corn

Steps:

Make the herbed honey butter: In a medium bowl, combine the butter, honey, parsley, thyme, and salt. Using a rubber spatula, mix all the ingredients until smooth and incorporated, about 3 minutes. Scoop the butter onto a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a log, then wrap tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
Make the cornbread muffins: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
In a medium bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
Fold the dry ingredients into the buttermilk mixture until fully combined, then add the frozen corn and mix to incorporate. The batter will be lumpy.
Divide the batter between the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ of the way.
Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are just slightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Serve the muffins warm with the herbed honey butter.
Enjoy

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 23 grams

Tips:

Fresh corn is best: Use fresh blue cornmeal for the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh blue cornmeal, you can use regular cornmeal, but the flavor will be less pronounced.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cornbread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Use a hot oven: Preheat the oven to the highest temperature it will go before baking the cornbread. This will help the cornbread rise quickly and develop a crispy crust.
Let the cornbread cool slightly before serving: This will help the cornbread hold its shape when you cut it.

Conclusion:

Blue corn cornbread is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. It's also a great way to use up leftover blue cornmeal. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.