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Golden Sweet Cornbread

Golden Sweet Cornbread

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 3/4 cup sugar

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1/4 cup whole milk

  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

  • 2 large eggs

Garnish

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  • Melted butter, for brushing

  • Honey, optional


Instructions

Prepare the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.

Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. 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

  1. Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).

  2. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combinedโ€”do not overmix.

  3. Pour the batter into a greased 8ร—8 or 9ร—9 square baking pan and spread evenly.

  4. 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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  1. As soon as the cornbread is out of the oven, brush with melted butter for extra richness.

  2. Serve warm with extra butter and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!


Notes

  • For extra moisture, swap buttermilk with full-fat Greek yogurt.

  • 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