Best 4 Southern Corn Pone Bread Recipes

Welcome to the delightful world of Southern corn pone bread! This classic dish, deeply rooted in Southern cuisine, is a delectable treat that combines the rustic charm of cornmeal with the comforting warmth of a fluffy, golden-brown loaf. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your culinary horizons or a novice cook eager to master a Southern staple, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect corn pone bread. With its simple ingredients and versatile nature, corn pone bread can be enjoyed as a side dish, a hearty breakfast bread, or a delicious accompaniment to your favorite Southern meal. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a journey to discover the secrets of Southern hospitality through the magic of corn pone bread!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

REAL SOUTHERN CORNBREAD

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This is the real stuff! Find your cast iron skillet and whip up a batch of cornbread tonight!

Provided by Jason

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups cornmeal
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 eggs
1 cup margarine, melted
4 cups buttermilk
¼ cup corn oil

Steps:

In a large bowl mix together the corn meal, flour, salt, and baking powder.
In a separate bowl mix together the eggs, butter, and buttermilk. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until well blended.
Heat a dry 12 inch cast iron skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add corn oil to skillet, swirl oil around to coat bottom and sides. Leave remaining oil in pan. Return to high heat for 1 minute.
Pour the cornbread batter into the skillet and cook on high heat until bubbles start to form in the center. Remove from stove.
Bake in a preheated 400 degree F (200 degree C) oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 620.9 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SOUTHERN CORN PONE BREAD

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A bona fide Southern tradition! Authentic Southern corn pone is never sweet, and is baked in a cast iron skillet. Just like Grandma used to make!

Provided by Aggie

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¼ cup canola oil
1 ½ cups white cornmeal
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ⅓ cups buttermilk
2 eggs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Place a 9 inch cast iron skillet on the center rack.
When the skillet is hot, carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Pour the canola oil into the skillet and gently swirl the pan to coat the bottom and the sides. Return the pan to the oven for ten minutes.
While the oil is heating, mix together the cornmeal and salt in a medium bowl. Add the eggs and buttermilk and mix together to make a thin batter.
Carefully pull out the rack with the cast iron skillet and pour the batter into the preheated skillet.
Bake the corn pone until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. If desired, turn the oven to broil for the last few minutes of baking to brown the top.
Remove the skillet from the oven and shake the pan to loosen the corn pone from the skillet. Serve the corn pone warm from the skillet or turn out onto a plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 504.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CORN PONE - A SOUTHERN FRIED CORNMEAL RECIPE

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You asked for it! Another ole favorite. Extremely popular in the south. Corn Pone is an eggless corn bread that is shaped into small ovals and fried and baked. Great with, butter and honey...YUM

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus @Finnjin

Categories Sides

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cup(s) yellow or white corn meal
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1-1/2 cup(s) cold water, enough to make a soft mixture that can be spooned like a pancake batter.
4 tablespoon(s) vegatable oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 475 F. Mix corn meal, salt and water. Heat oil in a 9 inch round iron skillet, in the hot oven until hot. Remove skillet' Carefully spread mixture evenly in the hot skillet and spoon some of the fat that comes up to the edge, on top the batter. Place skillet in oven and bake for aout 15 minutes or till golden brown. Optional: Broil for the last 2-3 minutes to make it extra golden brown and crispy around the edges'

CORN PONE

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My husband's grandmother gave me this corn pone recipe years ago. She always made it with bacon drippings, which is heavenly, but if you're trying to be a little more health-conscious, you can use canola oil or a combination of the two. I cook it until it's crisp almost all the way through. It's delicious hot, warm or cold. -Tina Quiggle, LaGrange, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 to 3/4 cup canola oil or bacon drippings
2 cups yellow or white cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups water
Optional: Butter and honey

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Add oil to a 12-in cast iron or oven-proof skillet; place in oven. In a large bowl, whisk together all cornmeal, salt and water. Mixture will be thick. Carefully spread mixture evenly in skillet, spooning some of the oil on top of batter. Bake until edges start to brown, about 35 minutes. To serve, break into pieces and serve with butter and honey if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Choose the right cornmeal: Use a good quality, stone-ground cornmeal for the best flavor and texture.
Use buttermilk: Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor and helps to make the bread light and fluffy.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the bread in a hot oven: This will help to create a crispy crust and a moist interior.
Let the bread cool before slicing: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Southern corn pone bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet or savory, there's a corn pone bread recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread to serve with your meal, give corn pone bread a try.