Treat yourself to some truly sweet Southern cornbread with this easy Skillet Cornbread recipe! Thanks to the cast iron skillet, you’ll end up with a perfectly soft center and buttery, crispy edges. Plus, you won’t believe how simple it is to make!
Skillet Cornbread
Do you have a weakness for cornbread like I do?
This homemade Skillet Cornbread Recipe is over-the-top delicious when you make it in your Cast Iron Skillet!
Wendi writes: "Love this recipe!!!"
Sure cornbread squares and cornbread muffins are always fun, but using your cast iron skillet is such an easy way to infuse extra flavor and perfect crispy edges into your recipes.
It will take your cornbread to a whole new level… just trust me!
Want a seriously good dinner to look forward to tonight!
Try serving this Sweet Southern Skillet Cornbread with this Homemade Crockpot Chili Recipe or with some of these Best BBQ Recipes!
So are you ready to meet your new favorite cast iron side dish?
This sweet skillet cornbread delivers big time… with perfect crispy edges, a fluffy soft center, and the ultimate kiss of sweetness with every bite!
YUM!
And do you know what really will send it over the top? Topping it with some Cinnamon Honey Butter.
Seriously.. give it a try!
Then serve it up with some delicious Homemade Chili or crowd pleasing Taco Soup!
So are you ready? Let’s get started with another easy skillet recipe!
Here’s what you’ll need…
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Cornbread Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Cornbread in your cast iron skillet!
Here’s what you’ll need…
- All Purpose Flour
- Cornmeal
- Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Milk
- Butter
You’ll need a 12″ Cast Iron Skillet to get the job done, too!
How to Make Skillet Cornbread
You won’t believe how easy it is to make perfect homemade cornbread in your cast iron skillet!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Stir all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl, until well combined.
2. Preheat your skillet on the stove top.
3. Then transfer your cornbread ingredients to the skillet, and bake in the oven as specified.
4. Allow to cool a bit before serving, then slice, slather with butter, and ENJOY!
That’s it. So simple!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What To Serve With Your Skillet Cornbread
Now, to send this Cornbread over the top with delicious flavor… you’ll want to top each piece with some delicious homemade flavored butter when serving.
Don’t worry… flavored butters are SO easy to make! You’ll just mix in a few ingredients to softened stick butter, and you’re done!
Give one of these a try…
Easy Cornbread Recipe Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite Cornbread recipe variations…
- Cornbread Muffins – prep ahead when you make single serve muffins
- Jalapeño Cornbread – stir in up to 1 cup chopped jalapeño peppers to the mixture
- 9×13 Cornbread – bake in a 9×13 pan and cut into squares
Skillet Cornbread Gift In A Jar Idea
If you would like to give this as a cornbread mix gift, simply whisk together Flour, Cornmeal, Sugar, Baking Powder, and Salt and transfer to a 32 oz. mason jar.
Then include a tag with the following baking instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. Transfer contents of jar into large mixing bowl, and add in 2 lightly beaten Eggs, 1/2 cup Milk, and 8 tbsp. melted Butter. Stir until well combined.
3. On stove top over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp. Butter in 12″ Cast Iron Skillet.
4. Once butter has melted, pour batter into skillet, spread out evenly, and transfer to middle rack of oven. Bake 18 – 20 minutes, or until done. (when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean) ENJOY!
Skillet Cornbread Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Skillet Cornbread Recipe…
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Katherine writes: “The mix is such a fun gift idea!!”
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Skillet Cornbread
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All Purpose Flour
- 5 tbsp. Cornmeal
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp. Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 Eggs, lightly beaten with whisk
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 8 tbsp. Butter, melted (1/2 cup)
- 1 tbsp. Butter, not melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- In large mixing bowl, whisk together Flour, Cornmeal, Sugar, Baking Powder, and Salt until well combined.
- Add in Eggs, Milk, and 8 tbsp. melted Butter, and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.
- On stove top over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp. Butter in 12″ Cast Iron Skillet.
- Once butter has melted, pour batter into skillet, spread out evenly, and transfer to middle rack of oven.
- Bake 18 – 20 minutes, or until done. (when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean)
- Serve with Homemade Cinnamon Honey Butter to send it over the top! ENJOY!
- PREP AHEAD PANTRY TIP: If stocking your pantry with cornbread mix, simply whisk together Flour, Cornmeal, Sugar, Baking Powder, and Salt and transfer to a 32 oz. mason jar so your mix is ready to go for later.
- GIFT IN A JAR TIP: If giving the cornbread mix as a gift, whisk together Flour, Cornmeal, Sugar, Baking Powder, and Salt and transfer to a 32 oz. mason jar. Include a tag with the following baking instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Transfer contents of jar into large mixing bowl, and add in 2 lightly beaten Eggs, 1/2 cup Milk, and 8 tbsp. melted Butter. Stir until well combined. On stove top over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp. Butter in 12″ Cast Iron Skillet. Once butter has melted, pour batter into skillet, spread out evenly, and transfer to middle rack of oven. Bake 18 – 20 minutes, or until done. (when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean) ENJOY!
Notes
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This skillet cornbread sounds so amazing! my husband would love this recipe as he is a big cornbread lover.
Ooh… you’ll have to surprise him with some! 🙂
Hi there!
May I ask what milk did you use? I am planning to cook it this coming weekend.
Thank you!
Hi Lara ~ I always just use nonfat milk in the conrbread, and it turns out great. Although I’m sure it would work fine with other types of milk as well. 🙂
Thank you so much for replying! More power!
You’re very welcome, Lara… enjoy your cornbread!