Best 4 Delicious Buttermilk Cornbread With Variations Recipes

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Buttermilk Cornbread, a delectable Southern classic, is a delightful treat for any occasion. With its golden-brown crust, tender interior, and slightly sweet flavor, it's no wonder this dish has captured the hearts of food lovers everywhere. This versatile bread can be enjoyed on its own, alongside hearty soups and stews, or even transformed into delicious variations like spoonbread, corn muffins, and skillet cornbread. No matter how you choose to savor it, Buttermilk Cornbread is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Embrace the rich culinary heritage of the South and embark on a journey of flavors with our carefully curated collection of Buttermilk Cornbread recipes. From classic Southern Buttermilk Cornbread to creative twists like Jalapeño Cornbread and Sweet Potato Cornbread, our recipes cater to every palate and preference. Discover the perfect cornbread recipe to complement your next meal and create lasting memories with your loved ones.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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Serve this Southern-style buttermilk cornbread with Red Beans with Andouille Sausage.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more, room temperature, for baking pan
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (for a fluffier cornbread, add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda)
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a 9-inch square baking pan. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda (if using), and salt. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, butter, and eggs (mixture might appear curdled). Add to flour mixture and stir just until combined (do not overmix). Transfer to baking pan and smooth top.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g

GRANDMOTHER'S BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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This is my grandmother's cornbread recipe and it's the best - sweet and moist!

Provided by Bethany Weathersby

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup butter
⅔ cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • Melt butter in large skillet. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Quickly add eggs and beat until well blended. Combine buttermilk with baking soda and stir into mixture in pan. Stir in cornmeal, flour, and salt until well blended and few lumps remain. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 317.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

SWEET CORNBREAD WITH SAVORY VARIATIONS



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Make and share this Sweet Cornbread With Savory Variations recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tracey Edwards

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons sugar, add up to 1/3 cup
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup butter, cooled and melted or 1/8 lb margarine

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs to blend with buttermilk and 1/4 cup butter. Pour liquids into flour mixture and stir just until evenly moistened.
  • Scrape batter into a buttered 8-inch square pan and spread smooth.
  • Bake in a 400-degree oven until bread springs back when lightly pressed in the center and begins to pull from pan sides, about 25 minutes (20 minutes in a convection oven).
  • Cut bread into squares. Lift from pan with a slender spatula.
  • Serve hot or cool.
  • Variations: Vary-the-Corn Bread. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread, but instead of yellow cornmeal, use 1 cup polenta, dehydrated masa flour (corn tortilla flour), or stone-ground cornmeal. Double Red Cornbread. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread adding 1 tbs. hot or sweet Hungarian paprika or regular paprika to flour mixture. To egg mixture, add 3/4 cup chopped canned roasted red peppers. Increase baking time to 30 minutes (25 minutes in a convection oven). Basil-Parmesan Cornbread. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread. To egg mixture, add 1 can (8 1/2 oz.) cream-style corn, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese. Increase baking time to 30 minutes (25 minutes in a convection oven). Curry Cornbread. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread adding 1 1/2 tbs. curry powder to flour mixture. Southwest Cornbread. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread. To egg mixture, add 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies and 3/4 cup (3 oz.) coarsely shredded jack cheese. Combine 1 tbs. each sugar and chili powder; sprinkle over batter in pan. Habanero Surprise Muffins. Follow directions for Savory or Sweet Cornbread, completing step 1. Spoon half the batter equally into 12 buttered 2 1/2-inch muffin cups. Top each portion with 2 teaspoons habanero or jalapeno jelly (1/2 cup total). Fill cups equally with remaining batter. Bake in a 400 degree oven until muffins spring back when lightly pressed in center and are lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Makes 12.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.6, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 380.1, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 4.9

DELICIOUS BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD WITH VARIATIONS



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From "The Laurel's Kitchen Bread Book" by Laurel Robertson. Make your own delicious cornbread from scratch; it's so much better than the ready-made mix, and quick and easy to prepare, too! There's really nothing better this time of year than fresh cornbread, hot from the oven, served up with fresh butter or a dollop of honey. The scent of cornbread baking in the oven will certainly please friends and family, so consider preparing this tasty bread at your next dinner party or special brunch. Helpful Tips: Be sure to use very fresh cornmeal, which will give a much better flavor and texture to the finished product. Instead of white sugar, this recipe uses a small amount of honey as a sweetener, to add a pleasing, distinctive flavor. If you prefer, use regular or miniature muffin pans to prepare this versatile bread, or use special corn cob pans if you have them. If you haven't got any buttermilk, use regular milk soured with white or cider vinegar (1 tablespoon vinegar plus milk to make 1 cup). Yogurt, beaten smooth, can substitute for buttermilk, but depending on how tart it is, increase the honey to compensate: our yogurt is medium sour and even with 2 tablespoons of honey in Basic Cornbread the bread is downright tangy. VARIATIONS: Add 1 or even 1 1/2 cups grated raw yellow or green zucchini, for a very moist cornbread - the squash is pretty nearly undetectable, the green very pretty. Or add 1 cup grated carrots, also very pretty. It is not a bad idea to include 2 eggs (reduce the buttermilk to 1 1/2 cups) when adding the vegetables to help the bread cook well.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 1 8-inch pan

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 1/2 cups cornmeal
1 -2 tablespoon honey
1 -2 large egg, beaten
1 -2 tablespoon oil
2 cups buttermilk
honey, to serve
butter, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch by 8-inch pan or a muffin tin.
  • Sift the salt, baking powder, and baking soda together and combine with the cornmeal.
  • Mix the wet ingredients together, then add the dry, stirring just until smooth.
  • Turn into the greased pan and bake about 20 to 25 minutes; a little longer if you added vegetables (see below) - or only about 15 minutes for muffins.
  • VARIATIONS: Add 1 or even 1 1/2 cups grated raw yellow or green zucchini, for a very moist cornbread - the squash is pretty nearly undetectable, the green very pretty. Or add 1 cup grated carrots, also very pretty. It is not a bad idea to include 2 eggs (reduce the buttermilk to 1 1/2 cups) when adding the vegetables to help the bread cook well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1558, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 205.6, Sodium 4010.9, Carbohydrate 276.8, Fiber 22.3, Sugar 42.9, Protein 47.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh buttermilk. Fresh buttermilk will give your cornbread a lighter, fluffier texture. If you don't have fresh buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Use a cast iron skillet. A cast iron skillet will help to evenly distribute the heat and give your cornbread a crispy crust. If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make your cornbread tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cornbread in a hot oven. A hot oven will help to give your cornbread a crispy crust and a fluffy interior. Bake the cornbread at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cornbread cool slightly before serving. This will help to prevent the cornbread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk cornbread is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it sweet or savory, there's a buttermilk cornbread recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give buttermilk cornbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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