Description
This easy brown sugar cornbread recipe is moist, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, with a rich buttery flavor and golden crust. Made with yellow cornmeal, brown sugar, and buttermilk, it’s a delicious homemade side dish for chili, barbecue, soups, and family dinners.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and slightly cooled melted butter until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cornbread soft and fluffy.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake for approximately 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool for approximately 10 minutes before slicing.
Cut into 9 squares and serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite savory dish.
Notes
Use light brown sugar for a mild caramel-like sweetness or dark brown sugar for a stronger molasses flavor.
Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense or tough cornbread.
Buttermilk helps create a moist and tender texture. Regular milk may be substituted, although the results may differ.
Check the cornbread a few minutes before the recommended baking time to prevent overbaking.
For a crispy crust, use a properly prepared cast-iron skillet instead of a baking pan.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months for best quality.
This recipe formulation has not been independently kitchen-tested. Baking times and results may vary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1/9 of recipe)
- Calories: Approximately 255 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g (estimated)
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg