Description
Fat Daddy’s Cornbread is a rich, buttery, and moist cornbread that has a slightly sweet flavor and a golden, crispy crust. It’s a perfect side dish for chili, barbecues, or any hearty meal. This recipe is simple to prepare, and the result is a warm, comforting cornbread that is sure to please every crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra moisture)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream (if using).
- Combine Wet and Dry:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if the batter is a bit lumpy.
- Bake the Cornbread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly. 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.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy it warm with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey.
Notes
- Sweetness Level: Adjust the sugar to your liking if you prefer a less sweet cornbread.
- Moisture: Adding sour cream or buttermilk makes the cornbread extra moist and adds richness.
- Storage: Store leftover cornbread in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Fat Daddy's Cornbread, Moist Cornbread Recipe, Buttery Cornbread, Southern Cornbread, Easy Cornbread, Homemade Cornbread