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Cornbread

This easy cornbread is light, moist, and sweet with a buttery top, perfect as a side dish for chili, stews, or on its own.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg until well blended.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, brush the top with melted butter right after baking.