Better than Cracker Barrel Cornbread Recipe
This is not some vendetta against a beloved Southern food chain. No, this is just the truth. I want to show you how to make my Better than Cracker Barrel Cornbread Recipe so that you can solidify your Southern heritage and join the generations of cooks who have satisfied their family's cravings for unbelievable bread! (HA) But in all seriousness, if you are from the South, then one type of bread will always land on the table: homemade cornbread. I grew up with either old-fashioned cornbread or biscuits for dinner every night and, on some occasions, BOTH! I could argue that it's one of the best breads, and I'm super proud that it's a symbol of the South. (Because we know our way around the kitchen!)
Equipment
- 1 cast iron skillet
- 1 medium mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- First, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a cast iron skillet, and use a paper towel to spread it evenly on the bottom and the sides of the skillet. Place it into a pre-heated 400-degree oven.
- Second, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, sugar, and baking powder into a large bowl and mix well.
- Third, mix the wet ingredients: the milk, 1/3 cup of vegetable oil, and egg to the dry ingredients.
- Next, take your hot skillet out of the oven and pour your cornbread batter.
- Then, place the skillet of cornbread into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until browned on top.
- Finally, serve hot with your favorite soups or veggies or simply with butter and a drizzle of honey, and enjoy!
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Notes
What are the Macros for Better than Cracker Barrel Cornbread Recipe?
Makes 8 servings (Nutritional information below is for 1 serving = 1 slice)
Calories – 264
Protein – 4.6 grams
Carbs – 36.66 grams (net)
Fat – 10.9 grams