Easy cornbread from scratch (2024)

Published: May 9, 2018 · Modified: Nov 20, 2022 by Raquel · This post may contain affiliate links · 29 Comments

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This easy Cornbread from Cornmeal recipe is so easy to make and is delicious! It takes the same time as a mix and tastes so good! This simple recipe makes a lovely barbecue side dish or soup accompaniment. It is especially good with a bowl of homemade chili

This is one of those recipes I make several times a year - it's just that good! Try these with my Cinnamon Honey Butter for a real treat!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This is the best corn bread recipe ever! There is nothing like homemade cornbread made from scratch.

This sweet cornbread is cake-like and you can make it in a square or round cake pan or in a cast iron skillet.

This cornbread makes an excellent dinner or bbq side dish. Serve with melted butter or maple syrup. It is a great recipe any time of year. If you are in a hurry, try my Jalapeño Jiffy corn bread.

Hello Friends! I am loving that spring has sprung! This week, we enjoyed a couple of meals al fresco and even made it down to the beach. I love visiting the beach this time of year because the summer crowds have not yet arrived, so it is a little quieter and calmer.

I could just spend hours watching the waves and the sailboats go by. I look forward to many more picnics at the beach in the coming weeks. Now on to one of my favorite tasty recipes.

Cornbread from Cornmeal Ingredients

Just a few basic ingredients are needed for this recipe.

all purpose flour
yellow cornmeal (found in the baking aisle of grocery store)
white sugar
butter
large egg
milk

Equipment and Kitchen Tools

round cake pan or cast iron pan or square baking dish
large bowl or medium bowl
spoon

How To Make Cornbread from Cornmeal

In a bowl, mix together dry ingredients and add wet ingredients.

Pour the cornbread batter into a prepared pan.

Bake until golden brown

Variations and Substitutions

You can make cornbread muffins from this recipe using a muffin pan.

You can add ½ cup of corn kernels or creamed corn to this recipe. Be sure to bake until toothpick comes out clean.

Serving and Storage Suggstions

This sweet cornbread packs well and is just slightly sweet and goes perfectly with a little scoop ofcreamy honey butter, melted butter, maple syrup or a drizzle of honey. Perfect for a bbq.

This easy cake-like homestyle cornbread recipe is perfect for outdoor barbecues and picnics at the beach. It is also perfect side dish forhomemade chiliand as a lunch box treat.

Store in an airtight container or cover with plastic wrap.

If you love this recipe, try my homemade copycatTexas Roadhouse Rolls.

📖 Recipe

Easy Cornbread Recipe from Cornmeal

Raquel Pineira

A delicious and easy corn bread from scratch recipe. A great side dish for dinners, barecues and potlucks

4.89 from 44 votes

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Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course bread

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 154 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
⅔ cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1 cup milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400.
Grease a round or square 8' or 9' baking pan.
In a bowl combine dry ingredients: flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Melt butter and pour into cornmeal mixture.
Beat the egg and add to bowl.
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Add milk and blend well.
Pour into greased pan.
Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 286mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 63IUCalcium: 74mgIron: 1mg

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Comments

Tamara
May 07, 2018 at 5:25 pm

No doubt that perfect, fluffy cornbread is one of the best things! This looks terrific.
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- Raquel
  May 16, 2018 at 10:13 pm
  
  Thank you Tamara! We love it with a honey drizzle. 🙂
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  - Dan Ernst
    January 12, 2023 at 8:15 am
    
    Try adding 1/3 cup sour cream!
    And/or sprinkle in lightly pimento.
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    - Raquel
      January 20, 2023 at 1:21 pm
      
      Oooh great idea Dan - I am going to try it!
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Akaleistar
May 09, 2018 at 3:00 pm

That looks good! I love cornbread 🙂
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- Raquel
  May 16, 2018 at 10:12 pm
  
  Thanks Ashley!
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- Raquel
  May 22, 2018 at 6:07 am
  
  Me too! It is one of my favorites!
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  - Dana
    March 20, 2020 at 2:55 pm
    
    This recipe is very good. I also added 1/2 can of drained whole kernel corn, 1/4 cup of diced pickled jalapenos, & 1/2 cup of sour cream. Awesome!
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    - Raquel
      March 22, 2020 at 5:42 pm
      
      Awesome idea Dana! Thanks for stopping by and glad you enjoyed the recipe! <3
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Ksenia Prints
December 07, 2020 at 10:29 am

I'm always looking for new cornbread recipes! This is great.
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- Raquel
  December 07, 2020 at 2:07 pm
  
  Thank you! Hope you love it!
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Jill
December 07, 2020 at 1:49 pm

beats the premade mixes for sure! love it!!
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Amy
December 07, 2020 at 2:21 pm

Great recipe! I was looking for one for Christmas and this perfect!
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Audrey
December 07, 2020 at 3:25 pm

I love this cornbread- so easy!
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- Raquel
  December 08, 2020 at 2:34 pm
  
  So glad you liked it Audrey!
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Sabrina
December 07, 2020 at 10:55 pm

So simple and delicious!
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- Raquel
  December 08, 2020 at 2:34 pm
  
  Thank you!
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Karen Affholter
December 08, 2020 at 7:10 am

Made this for dinner last night. What a great addition to any dinner! Thanks for sharing.
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- Raquel
  December 08, 2020 at 2:33 pm
  
  Thank you Karen!
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Mama Maggie's Kitchen
December 09, 2020 at 12:52 pm

I think I just heard my tummy growl. lol! Must print the recipe.
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- Raquel
  December 09, 2020 at 1:11 pm
  
  LOL thanks!
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Naveia
May 15, 2021 at 11:04 am

This recipe is on point. Everyone loved it.
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- Raquel
  May 15, 2021 at 2:31 pm
  
  Thank you for your feedback and glad you loved it! 🙂
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Jennifer
July 12, 2021 at 10:07 am

Have made this a few times and we absolutely love it. It is quick, easy and taste better than the box. I have started adding some honey for additional sweetness.
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- Raquel
  July 13, 2021 at 7:44 am
  
  Thank you and great idea to add the honey!
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Sherry McKay
September 27, 2023 at 3:19 pm

The best cornbread I have ever made.so easy!!
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Monica Acosta-Zamora
December 10, 2023 at 2:05 pm

Where are the ingredients measurements?
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- Raquel
  December 27, 2023 at 12:41 pm
  
  All the ingredient measurements are in the recipe card. Thank you for stopping by.
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Wendy McKain Wendy McKain
January 21, 2024 at 9:50 am

Really tasty; just a little sweet for my taste so I'll use less sugar next time. But it's not crumbly, which was my #1 concern. Will use this recipe again for sure.
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