Fried Cornbread Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    12 - 15

  • Calories

    205 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Fried Cornbread Recipe

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Fried Cornbread Recipe are golden brown with crispy edges and soft in the center. Serve topped with melted and jam for a delicious treat everyone loves!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
  2. In another bowl, beat together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Let the batter rest for
  4. 5 minutes.
  5. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of oil to coat the bottom.
  6. For each cake, drop about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet, spreading it slightly with the back of
  7. a spoon to form a 4-inch circle.
  8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look dry.
  9. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until golden brown on both sides.
  10. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Add more oil to the skillet as needed between batches.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For sweeter cakes, add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the dry ingredients.
  • You can add 1/4 cup of corn kernels to the batter for extra texture if you prefer. 
  • Store any leftover cornbread in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 205kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 310mg (13%) Potassium 144mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 136IU (3%) Calcium 65mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12- 15

Amount Per Serving

Calories 205 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 205kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 310mg 13%
Potassium 144mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 136IU 3%
Calcium 65mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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