Cornbread Cake
Cornbread cake is a warm, buttery delight that evokes nostalgic memories of family gatherings and cozy brunches. This easy-to-make recipe results in a moist cake with a golden crust, perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to a sweet dessert at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring gently to avoid lumps.
- Fold the batter until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg