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Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread Recipe with Perfect Golden Crust

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A quick and easy cornbread recipe that uses a cast iron skillet to create a crispy golden crust and tender crumb, perfect for cozy dinners or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (120g), medium grind
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240ml) or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice/vinegar (let sit 5 minutes)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (60g), melted, plus extra for greasing skillet

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and skillet: Place your 9-inch cast iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C) for about 10 minutes until the skillet is smoking hot.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Butter the skillet: Remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts and add 1 tablespoon melted butter, swirling to coat the bottom and sides.
  6. Pour in the batter: Immediately pour the batter into the hot skillet and smooth the top with a spatula. You should hear a sizzle.
  7. Bake: Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 5-10 minutes before slicing to allow the crumb to set.

Notes

Preheating the skillet is essential for a crispy crust. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the crumb tender. Use room temperature eggs for even baking. If the crust browns too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. Let the cornbread rest before slicing to prevent crumbling.

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Keywords: cornbread, cast iron skillet, crispy crust, quick bread, comfort food, easy cornbread, golden crust

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