Best 8 Texas Buttermilk Cornbread Recipes

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**Buttermilk Cornbread: A Southern Delight**

Buttermilk cornbread is a staple of Southern cuisine, beloved for its moist, crumbly texture, and slightly tangy flavor. This versatile bread can be served alongside savory dishes like chili or fried chicken, or enjoyed as a sweet treat with honey butter or jam.

This collection of buttermilk cornbread recipes offers a variety of options to suit every taste. From classic Southern recipes passed down through generations to modern takes with unique flavor combinations, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.

**Classic Southern Buttermilk Cornbread:** This traditional recipe yields a golden-brown cornbread with a slightly crispy crust and a tender, moist interior. The buttermilk adds a subtle tanginess that complements the sweetness of the cornmeal.

**Skillet Cornbread:** This variation on classic cornbread is cooked in a hot skillet, giving it a crispy, golden crust and a tender, slightly chewy interior. The skillet also helps to develop a delicious caramelized flavor in the bread.

**Sweet Cornbread:** This recipe adds sugar and honey to the cornbread batter, resulting in a sweet and decadent treat. It's perfect for serving with fresh fruit or whipped cream.

**Jalapeño Cornbread:** For those who like a little spice, this recipe incorporates diced jalapeños into the cornbread batter. The jalapeños add a subtle heat that complements the sweetness of the cornmeal.

**Loaded Cornbread:** This recipe takes cornbread to the next level by adding a variety of mix-ins, such as bacon, cheese, and green onions. It's a hearty and flavorful bread that's perfect for a potluck or tailgate party.

**Buttermilk Cornbread Muffins:** These individual-sized cornbreads are perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts or snacks. They're also a fun and easy way to enjoy cornbread with kids.

**Buttermilk Cornbread Waffles:** This creative recipe uses cornbread batter to make waffles. The result is a crispy, golden-brown waffle with a slightly sweet and tangy flavor.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile Southern classic.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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

BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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MY GRANDMOTHER would refer to this recipe as "comfort food", made from ingredients available on the farm or staples found in her pantry. She always cooked the corn bread in her "seasoned" black skillet, and it turned out slick as butter every time. -Elizabeth Cooper, Madison, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Place oil in an 8-in. ovenproof skillet; tilt to coat bottom and sides. Place in a 425° oven for 10 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Beat egg and buttermilk; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour into the hot skillet. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TEXAS CORNBREAD -



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I want to share here this classic recipe which traveled to Texas with the settlers and it is served at Luby's Cafeterias in Texas. The buttermilk in this recipe makes it extra moist and delicious. Enjoy it.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 9 squares, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup milk
1 cup buttermilk
2 extra large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups cornmeal
2/3 cup all-purpose flour (I use King Arthur's)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425º F. Grease generously a 10-inch cast iron skillet, or a 9-inch square baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk, buttermilk, eggs and oil until blended.
  • Add cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Pour into greased pan and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and a wooden toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Cool and cut in 3 inch - 9 squares.

BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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With a little brown sugar and medium-grind cornmeal, this cornbread is darn good.

Provided by Jasmine Smith

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups (about 7 ½ ounces) medium-grind cornmeal
1 cup (about 4 ¼ oz.) all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ⅓ cups whole buttermilk
2 large eggs
5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in oven for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and 4 tablespoons of the butter; stir into cornmeal mixture just until combined.
  • Remove skillet from oven, and add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to skillet; swirl butter around skillet until heated through, about 30 seconds. Carefully pour batter into hot skillet. Bake in preheated oven until cornbread is golden and pulls away from sides of skillet, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool 3 to 5 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack; slice and serve warm.

EAST TEXAS CORNBREAD



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Make and share this East Texas Cornbread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Joyfully Serve

Categories     Breads

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons oil
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup flour
1 egg
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place skillet in oven while it is.
  • heating. The skillet must be hot before batter is.
  • added.
  • In large mixing bowl, beat buttermilk and egg, then.
  • sift in dry ingredients, Mix well. From hot skillet,.
  • pour l/2 grease and mix well. Pour batter into skillet.
  • with remaining grease. This makes a crisp crust, Bake.
  • at 400 degrees F for approximateLy 30 minutes.
  • I make this gluten free and vegan and it turns out wonderfully!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 32.6, Sodium 675.5, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 4.8

JALAPENO BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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If you're from the South, you have to have a good cornbread recipe. Here's a lightened-up version of my mom's traditional cornbread that tastes just as delicious. -Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup egg substitute
3 tablespoon canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
3 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 to 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, whisk flour and cornmeal. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg substitute, 2 tablespoons oil, honey and mayonnaise. Pour remaining oil into an 8-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; place skillet in oven 4 minutes., Meanwhile, add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in corn, cheese and peppers., Carefully tilt the skillet to coat bottom with oil; add batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Serve warm., Note: As a substitute for 1 cup of self-rising flour, place 1 1/2 tsp of baking powder and 1/2 tsp. of salt in a measuring cup. Add all-purpose flour to measure 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LITTLE TEXAS CORNBREAD



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Cheddar cheese, cream-style corn and green chilies dress up ordinary corn bread. Generous slices taste great with a bowl of chili. A friend gave me this recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, cheese and baking powder. In another bowl, combine the eggs, corn, sour cream, oil and chilies. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD



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Slightly sweet, with a tender crumb thanks to the buttermilk, this is not only good on its own, but perfect when combined with savory ingredients for the ultimate Thanksgiving dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
3 large eggs
2 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Brush bottom and sides of a 13-by-9-inch baking pan with 2 tablespoons butter.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk; whisk in remaining butter. Stir cornmeal mixture into buttermilk mixture just until moistened. (Do not overmix.)
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, and bake until golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool in pan at least 15 minutes before inverting and slicing.

Tips:

  • For a moist and tender cornbread, use buttermilk that is at room temperature.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cornbread.
  • Be sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking the cornbread.
  • For a crispy crust, bake the cornbread in a cast iron skillet.
  • Serve the cornbread warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

This Texas buttermilk cornbread recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and tender texture, crispy crust, and flavorful buttermilk flavor, this cornbread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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