Description
Enjoy a warm slice of Golden Sweet Cornbread, perfectly moist, tender, and lightly sweetened with honey and brown sugar. This buttermilk-infused cornbread bakes up with a soft, fluffy crumb and a golden crust, making it the perfect side dish for BBQ, chili, or a comforting meal. Top it with melted butter and a drizzle of honey for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup cornmeal
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients
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1 cup buttermilk
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup honey
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
Garnish
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Melted butter, for brushing
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Honey, optional
Instructions
Prepare the Dry Ingredients
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sugar, melted butter, whole milk, brown sugar, honey, vegetable oil, and eggs until fully combined.
Combine & Bake
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Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
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Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combinedโdo not overmix.
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Pour the batter into a greased 8ร8 or 9ร9 square baking pan and spread evenly.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Finish & Serve
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As soon as the cornbread is out of the oven, brush with melted butter for extra richness.
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Serve warm with extra butter and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!
Notes
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For extra moisture, swap buttermilk with full-fat Greek yogurt.
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For a savory twist, reduce the sugar and add ยฝ cup shredded cheddar and diced jalapeรฑos.
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Want a crispier edge? Bake in a cast-iron skillet instead of a square pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg