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Easy Corn Bread

An easy, fluffy cornbread that's perfect as a side dish for chili or buttered as a snack.
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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 cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch round or square baking pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease your baking pan with oil or butter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, and egg. Whisk until well blended.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter to your prepared baking pan.
  7. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

For an extra touch, add a cup of corn kernels or shredded cheese to the batter before baking.