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Stovetop Cornbread Recipe (No Oven Needed)

This stovetop cornbread is quick, easy, and perfect for when you don't have access to an oven. It delivers warm, tender cornbread with minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dairy and Eggs

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk see notes if you don't have buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 egg egg

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

For the Pan

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil for the pan

Instructions
 

  • Combine buttermilk, egg, and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; beat with a fork.
  • Mix cornmeal, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat, add 2 teaspoons oil, and coat the bottom.
  • Stir wet and dry ingredients until just combined, then pour into hot skillet.
  • Cover and cook on medium-low for 8 minutes until edges are firm and middle is set.
  • Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can substitute buttermilk with milk plus a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
Keyword cornbread