If you've ever found yourself craving a warm, comforting slice of cornbread, this Cornbread Loaf recipe is here to save the day. Imagine the golden crust giving way to a tender, slightly sweet interior that hugs your taste buds with nostalgia. Whether served as a side for your favorite chili or enjoyed with a touch of honey for breakfast, this loaf encapsulates the essence of comforting home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 cup Cornmeal
1 cup All-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Baking powder
1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup Granulated sugar
1 cup Buttermilk
2 large Eggs
1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
Optional add-ins (e.g., jalapeños, cheese, or honey) as desired
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Whisk until well mixed.
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
If you’re using any optional add-ins like jalapeños or cheese, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
