Southern Cornbread — General recipe

Southern Cornbread

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 293 kcal  · General

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Bake this irresistible Southern Cornbread at home. Made with flour, egg, sugar and milk. Easy step-by-step instructions included.

This Southern Cornbread relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as martha white corn meal, egg, of sugar and milk (buttermilk or regular). It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 293 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
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