Best 3 Old Fashioned Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread Recipes

**An Exploration of Southern Comfort Food: Cornbread Recipes from Alice's Kitchen**

Cornbread is a staple of Southern cuisine, and for good reason. Its simple ingredients and versatile flavor make it a perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of dishes. From classic skillet cornbread to sweet cornbread muffins, Alice's kitchen offers a diverse collection of recipes that capture the essence of this beloved Southern comfort food. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating mouthwatering cornbread that will impress your family and friends. So grab your cast iron skillet and let's embark on a culinary journey through the heart of Southern cooking.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED CORNBREAD

Old-Fashioned Cornbread image

Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
2 cups self-rising yellow cornmeal mix
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups whole buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. Place butter in bottom of a 9-inch cast-iron skillet, and place skillet in oven to heat.
In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal mix and salt. Add buttermilk and egg, stirring just until combined. Remove skillet from oven, and swirl to coat bottom and sides of pan with melted butter. Pour batter into hot pan.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until cornbread is golden brown and begins to pull away from sides of pan. Serve immediately.

MOM'S BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD

Mom's Buttermilk Cornbread image

This recipe was given to me by my mom. Good old Southern skillet cornbread.

Provided by MarkWayne

Categories Cornbread

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 ½ cups cornmeal
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
Oil an 8-inch cast iron skillet. Heat in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 minutes.
Whisk cornmeal, buttermilk, egg, oil, salt, baking powder, and baking soda together in a mixing bowl. Pour batter into the hot skillet.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer cornbread to a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 515 mg

REAL SOUTHERN CORNBREAD

Real Southern Cornbread image

This is the real stuff! Find your cast iron skillet and whip up a batch of cornbread tonight!

Provided by Jason

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups cornmeal
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 eggs
1 cup margarine, melted
4 cups buttermilk
¼ cup corn oil

Steps:

In a large bowl mix together the corn meal, flour, salt, and baking powder.
In a separate bowl mix together the eggs, butter, and buttermilk. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until well blended.
Heat a dry 12 inch cast iron skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add corn oil to skillet, swirl oil around to coat bottom and sides. Leave remaining oil in pan. Return to high heat for 1 minute.
Pour the cornbread batter into the skillet and cook on high heat until bubbles start to form in the center. Remove from stove.
Bake in a preheated 400 degree F (200 degree C) oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 620.9 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. This will help prevent the cornbread from sticking and will give it a nice, crispy crust.
Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat before adding the batter. This will help the cornbread cook evenly.
Pour the batter into the hot skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Then, reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help it set and will make it easier to slice.
Serve the cornbread with honey, butter, or your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned cast iron skillet cornbread is a delicious and easy-to-make Southern classic. With its crispy crust and tender, moist interior, it's the perfect side dish for any meal. Whether you're serving it with fried chicken, barbecue, or just a bowl of soup, this cornbread is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!