How to make Southern Cornbread from scratch

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor while reducing saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Grease the bottom and sides of a glass baking dish with salted butter.

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir to mix.

In another bowl, combine 1 cup of buttermilk, 6 tablespoons of melted salted butter, and 2 large eggs. Mix until well combined.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed together.

Spread the batter evenly in the greased baking dish using the back of a spoon.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.

If the top is not golden brown, broil for 2 to 3 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.

If the bottom is not golden brown, place the pan at the bottom of the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, checking every minute.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

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