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Crispy Mamas Skillet Cornbread Recipe with Easy Honey Butter Drizzle

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A crispy, buttery skillet cornbread with a sweet honey butter drizzle, perfect for comfort food cravings and quick to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted + extra for the skillet
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for honey butter drizzle)
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey
  • Pinch of sea salt (for honey butter drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place your cast iron skillet in the oven while it heats for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs until fluffy. Add buttermilk and melted butter, mixing gently to combine.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides.
  6. Pour the batter into the skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Place the skillet back in 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. While baking, mix softened butter, honey, and a pinch of sea salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  9. Let the cornbread cool for 5 minutes after baking. Drizzle the honey butter generously over the warm cornbread, then slice and serve.

Notes

Preheat the cast iron skillet to get a crispy crust. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough cornbread. If the top browns too quickly but the center is not cooked, tent with foil after 15 minutes. Use real unsalted butter for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free baking flour. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk with lemon juice and dairy-free butter alternatives.

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