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Juicy and fluffy skillet cornbread, highlighting its moist interior and crunchy top.

Skillet Cornbread

Enjoy warm, buttery cornbread baked to perfection in a cast iron skillet, perfect as a side or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter (plus 1 tablespoon melted or vegetable oil)
  • 1 egg egg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a cast iron skillet inside to heat.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Add milk, melted butter, and egg; stir until just combined.
  • Remove skillet from oven, add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil, then pour batter into skillet.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  • Serve warm with butter.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of oil.
Keyword cornbread