Best 7 My Mamas Buttermilk Cornbread Recipes
In the realm of Southern cuisine, few dishes evoke the warmth and comfort of my mama's buttermilk cornbread. This golden-crusted, tender-crumbed culinary delight has been a staple in our family for generations, passed down from my grandmother to my mother and now to me. Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a special occasion feast, the aroma of freshly baked buttermilk cornbread always fills our home with a sense of nostalgia and love. With its slightly tangy flavor and moist texture, this cornbread is the perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes, from savory stews to hearty soups. But it also shines on its own, served warm with a generous slather of butter and honey. So gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will take you back to the heart of Southern cooking, where tradition and taste come together in perfect harmony.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GRANDMOTHER'S BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
This is my grandmother's cornbread recipe and it's the best - sweet and moist!
Provided by Bethany Weathersby
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch square pan.
- Melt butter in large skillet. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. Combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. Stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 317.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g
BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
So easy! No mixer needed here! Amazingly moist and slightly sweet. A classic side dish loved by EVERYONE. Serve with butter. SO GOOD.
Provided by Chungah Rhee
Categories bread
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place an oven-proof 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a large glass measuring cup or another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg and 3 tablespoons butter. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir using a rubber spatula just until moist. Remove skillet from the oven and add remaining 3 tablespoons until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Working carefully, immediately scoop the batter into the hot skillet. Place into oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool 5 minutes. Serve warm.
BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Pour 2 tablespoons of the oil into a well-seasoned 9-inch cast-iron skillet (see Cook's Note) and place over medium-high heat. Pour the cornmeal into a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the cornmeal and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. With a fork, stir in enough of the buttermilk to make a batter that is thick but can be easily poured into the hot skillet. You may not need all 3 cups.
- Carefully pour the batter into the skillet. The oil will come up around the edges. Use the back of a spoon to smooth this over the top of the batter. Continue to heat on the stovetop for 1 minute, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the cornbread until browned on top, about 20 minutes. Immediately turn the cornbread out onto a cooling rack to keep the crust crisp.
MOM'S SWEET BUTTERMILK CORN BREAD
This corn bread is a little on the sweet side. It's made with white cornmeal, but yellow works too. I learned to make it from my other mom (MIL). It is baked in a cast-iron skillet. Can be used to make stuffing or put leftovers in a cup with milk and put it in the fridge overnight for a comforting breakfast.
Provided by Nandabear
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Pour vegetable oil into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet and swirl oil to coat bottom and sides of skillet. Place skillet into preheated oven until very hot, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from oven.
- Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Beat eggs in a separate bowl and stir buttermilk into eggs. Pour half (2 tablespoons) of vegetable oil from the hot skillet into buttermilk mixture, retaining remaining oil in skillet, and beat until oil is incorporated. Mix buttermilk mixture into dry ingredients to make a smooth batter. Pour batter into skillet.
- Bake in the oven until top is golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Cut cornbread into servings while in skillet; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 589.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
MOM'S BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
I never knew what packaged cornbread was as a child. It's so easy and great to have with dinner or to put in dressing. My dressing gets requested every holiday and it has to have this cornbread in it.
Provided by Stock Show Mom
Categories Quick Breads
Time 25m
Yield 1 pan, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F
- Pour 1/2 the oil into a small (cast iron) skillet and let heat with oven.
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Add buttermilk, egg and remaining oil.
- Mix until lumps are gone. Remove skillet from hot oven and pour batter inches.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- ***If making a double batch, DO NOT increase egg amount, but double everything else.
MAMA'S CORNBREAD
Provided by Food Network
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. On the stove top, heat the oil in a large skillet until hot but not boiling. Pour the hot oil into the bowl with the other ingredients and mix well. Pour the batter into the skillet and bake for 35 to 50 minutes. Start checking for doneness after 35 minutes; it should be golden brown when done.
ELIZABETH'S EASY BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD
I got this recipe from my best friend, one of his grandma's many recipes that were passed down to him before she left this earth. Anyhow, it's a really tasty cornbread, a little different than some others I've had, but nonetheless good. :) Enjoy.
Provided by Megohm
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 55m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the shortening in a loaf pan.
- In a seperate bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, and sugar.
- Sift together and add the yeast. Add the buttermilk and mix well.
- Add the melted shortening to the batter and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the loaf pan.
- Bake at 365 for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2059.9, Fat 39.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 19.6, Sodium 4354.5, Carbohydrate 394, Fiber 19.5, Sugar 173.5, Protein 45.3
Tips:
- Use fresh buttermilk for the best flavor. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cornbread tough.
- Preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking the cornbread. This will help ensure that the cornbread cooks evenly.
- Bake the cornbread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will take about 30 minutes.
- Serve the cornbread warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
Buttermilk cornbread is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its slightly sweet and savory flavor, it is the perfect accompaniment to any meal. Whether you are serving it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, buttermilk cornbread is sure to be a hit.
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