One of the bakery's most comforting treats is cornbread. A good cornbread has a crispy crust on the outside and a soft, moist interior that is perfectly sweet and savory. If you're looking for a simple yet delicious cornbread recipe, you've come to the right place. Here is a step by step recipe on how to make cornbread.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cornmeal
- 1 cup of wheat flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. While the oven is heating up, grease a loaf pan or cast iron skillet with a little oil.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Those are the dry ingredients for cornbread. Make sure they're mixed well so the bread rises evenly.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg. Add milk, oil and honey or sugar. These are the wet ingredients for cornbread. Stir well to ensure the honey or sugar is completely dissolved.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix well, but be careful not to overmix. The cornbread dough should be a little lumpy. If you mix too much, the cornbread can be dense and heavy.
5. Pour the dough into the form of bread or greased frying pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly.
6. Bake the cornbread in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing it. Afterwards, just serve and enjoy!
This cornbread recipe is simple and easy to follow, even for beginners in the kitchen. Cornbread is perfect as an accompaniment to chili, stews and barbecues. It's also delicious on its own, especially when served warm with a little butter and honey.
Also, this cornbread is very versatile. You can add extra ingredients like shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bell peppers, or cooked bacon for an extra kick of flavor. Or, you can substitute some of the milk for yogurt or buttermilk for a softer, moister cornbread.
So the next time you're craving cornbread, don't hesitate to give this recipe a try. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to make cornbread from scratch. And the homemade taste is simply incomparable. Happy baking!
