Best 6 Southern Country Cornbread Recipes

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Southern country cornbread is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. Its golden brown crust, moist center, and sweet and savory flavor make it a versatile side dish that pairs well with many classic Southern dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a hearty meal, this article will provide you with the best recipes for cooking delicious southern country cornbread. From traditional recipes that have been passed down for decades to modern twists on this classic dish, we've got you covered. Get ready to experience the deliciousness of southern country cornbread with our collection of the best recipes.

Here are our top 6 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

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

EASY SOUTHERN CORNBREAD RECIPE



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Easy Traditional Southern-Style Cornbread made with buttermilk and stone-ground cornmeal and is full of rich corn flavor, and has a deliciously crunchy crust.

Provided by Sharon Rigsby

Categories     Bread     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups stone-ground cornmeal (sifted)
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
2 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus one tablespoon to grease the skillet)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Generously oil a 10-inch cast-iron skillet and place in the oven to heat for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt to a large bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
  • In a smaller bowl, mix the eggs, buttermilk, and vegetable oil.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Do not overmix, just stir until the dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Carefully remove the heated skillet from the oven and pour in the batter.
  • Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown, and the center springs back when pressed.
  • Cool on a baking rack and let stand 5 minutes. Remove the cornbread from the skillet and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0.03 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

REAL SOUTHERN CORNBREAD



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This is my families recipe, with a small change in the method which I learned from a book. It's the only cornbread I will eat. Please use a 10 inch cast iron skillet -- it makes a big difference in how this bread turns out.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup yellow cornmeal (fresh, and preferably stone-ground)
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup corn oil (or plain vegetable oil)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Put the skillet in the oven and preheat to 375 degrees.
  • Combine the dry ingredients except for the baking soda in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, mix the buttermilk and the baking soda.
  • Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, beat the egg with the sugar until combined.
  • Add the oil and mix until combined.
  • Pour this mixture into the buttermilk/baking soda, and mix.
  • When the oven is preheated, toss the butter into the skillet and let it melt.
  • Meanwhile, pour the wet ingredients into the dry, and mix in as few strokes as it takes to just make the dough come together.
  • Pull the skillet out of the oven, swirling to get the butter covering the bottom and up the sides of the skillet.
  • Pour the batter immediately into the pan, smoothing the top, then back into the oven for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and pulled away from the sides of the pan.
  • Turn out onto a cutting board, cut into wedges and serve.
  • NOTE: IMNSHO- cornbread isn't worth making if you don't make it in a cast-iron skillet.
  • It may just be my upbringing, but it tastes better somehow.
  • And please do not add the baking soda to the dry ingredients.
  • I can't explain why, but adding it to the buttermilk makes a big difference in the texture.

SOUTHERN CORNBREAD RECIPE



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Southern cornbread is crispy outside, tender inside and ready for all of your favorite cold weather dishes.

Provided by Rachel Ballard

Categories     Side Dish

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups self rising cornmeal mix (not just plain cornmeal)
2 eggs (or 1 extra large egg)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or an equivalent amount of refined coconut oil, bacon grease or lard )
1/4 cup vegetable oil for the skillet
1 3/4 cups buttermilk or regular milk (Start with 1 cup of liquid if you are using regular milk and add the rest as necessary)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • If you are using cast iron, place the 1/4 cup oil in the bottom of a 9" skillet and place over high heat on your stovetop while you make the batter.
  • Pour the cornmeal into a bowl and add the oil, egg, and buttermilk.
  • Mix until combined and drop a small amount into your skillet.
  • If it sizzles immediately, go ahead and pour in your batter to within 1 inch of the top. If you want a thinner cornbread, just don't pour in as much.
  • Transfer the skillet from the stove top to the hot oven.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden and set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 631 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SOUTHERN COUNTRY CORNBREAD



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Watching my grandpa make cornbread over the years I am now soo sad I never asked him for the recipe, that and his biscuits are now lost forever, I am trying to recreate them and this is the closest I've come to the cornbread. Though it is nowhere near what he made. It is a tweaking of several recipes and of what I remember, and do not add sugar!! I will cry if anyone does!!

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 1 pan, 5-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons shortening (I use crisco butter flavor, or bacon drippings are awesome, too!)
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°.
  • Put the shortening in a cast-iron skillet and place in the oven till melted.
  • Combine the cornmeal and flour. In seperate bowl whisk eggs until foamy then whisk in buttermilk. Add the rest of the dry ingredients to the cornmeal mixture.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients. Mix should be pourable. Take the hot skillet from the oven, pour the batter into the hot pan directly onto the melted hot shortening, this is what makes it sooo yummy!.
  • Place back in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown or when knife inserted in center comes out clean.

DELICIOUS SOUTHERN CORNBREAD



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Nothing is easier and tastes better with eggs and country ham than good Southern cornbread. If you can find sorghum molasses, use it instead of the honey in this recipe.

Provided by Mason Morton

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup self-rising cornmeal
¾ cup buttermilk
1 egg
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon self-rising cornmeal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In an 8 inch cast iron skillet, heat vegetable oil over low heat.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together cornmeal, buttermilk, egg and honey. Carefully stir in the hot oil. Sprinkle skillet with remaining 1 tablespoon corn meal. Spoon mixture into skillet.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 22 minutes, or until firm. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 378 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornmeal. Fresh cornmeal will give your cornbread a sweeter, more flavorful taste.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make your cornbread tough.
  • Use a hot oven. A hot oven will help your cornbread rise and cook evenly.
  • Don't open the oven door during baking. Opening the oven door during baking will cause your cornbread to fall.
  • Let the cornbread cool before serving. Cornbread is best served warm, but letting it cool for a few minutes before serving will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Cornbread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's perfect for sopping up gravy, serving with chili, or simply eating on its own. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a cornbread recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're in the mood for some comfort food, give cornbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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