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Crispy Honey Butter Cornbread Skillet

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A quick and easy cornbread recipe baked in a cast iron skillet for a perfectly crispy crust and topped with a luscious honey butter glaze. This comforting side is perfect for any occasion and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (stone-ground preferred for texture)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can swap with gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, rested 5 minutes)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted + extra for skillet
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for honey butter glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (local or wildflower preferred)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place the cast iron skillet in the oven to warm.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir with a spatula just until combined; batter will be slightly lumpy.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using mitts. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and swirl to coat the bottom and sides.
  6. Pour the batter into the hot skillet and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. While baking, mix softened butter, honey, and flaky sea salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  9. Remove cornbread from oven and immediately brush generously with the honey butter glaze.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Notes

Preheat the cast iron skillet to get a crispy crust. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cornbread tender. Butter the skillet right before pouring batter to prevent smoking and bitterness. For a lighter crumb, swap half the all-purpose flour with cake flour. Oven temperatures may vary; start checking doneness at 20 minutes.

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Keywords: cornbread, honey butter, cast iron skillet, crispy crust, easy side dish, quick cornbread, comfort food

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