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Perfect Cast Iron Cornbread: Beginner-Friendly Honey Butter

  • Author: Julia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A beginner-friendly, one-bowl cast iron skillet cornbread with a crispy, caramelized crust and tender center, served with a sweet and savory honey butter.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (140g) yellow cornmeal (medium grind)
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk (whole milk or buttermilk)
  • 1/4 cup (55g) melted butter
  • 1/2 cup (115g) softened butter (for honey butter)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (for honey butter)
  • Pinch of salt (for honey butter)
  • Optional: Paprika or chili flakes (for honey butter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until no lumps remain.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick and lumpy.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Pour in the batter (it will sizzle).
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While baking, mix softened butter, honey, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
  8. Remove cornbread from oven and let cool in the skillet for 5 minutes.
  9. Spread honey butter generously over the warm cornbread. Slice and serve.

Notes

Preheating the skillet is crucial for a crispy crust. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough cornbread. Let the cornbread cool for 5 minutes before slicing to prevent crumbling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 5

Keywords: cast iron cornbread, honey butter, beginner recipe, southern cornbread, skillet cornbread, easy baking

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