Cheesy Cornbread

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Cheesy Cornbread
45 min.
8
310kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Cheesy Cornbread! This recipe is not only a treat for your taste buds but also caters to those seeking vegetarian and gluten-free options. Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy cornbread infused with the rich, sharp flavor of cheddar cheese—it's comfort food at its finest!

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight, making it perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply a cozy night in. Each serving packs a satisfying 310 calories, ensuring you can indulge without the guilt. The combination of buttermilk and self-rising cornmeal creates a moist texture that pairs beautifully with the cheesy goodness, while the golden crust adds a delightful crunch.

Whether you choose to bake it in a cast-iron skillet for that rustic charm or opt for muffin-sized portions for easy serving, this Cheesy Cornbread is versatile and sure to impress. It’s a fantastic side dish for soups and stews or can stand alone as a savory snack. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a slice of cheesy heaven that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • cups buttermilk 
  • 1.8 cups cornmeal yellow
  • large eggs 
  • cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Coat bottom and sides of an 8-inch cast-iron skillet with vegetable oil; heat in oven 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk together buttermilk, egg, cheese, and cornmeal.
  4. Pour into hot skillet.
  5. Bake 25 minutes.
  6. Cheesy Cornbread Muffins
  7. Omit vegetable oil. Prepare recipe as directed, spooning batter into a lightly greased 12-cup muffin pan, filling three-fourths full. Decrease bake time to 15 to 17 minutes or until tops are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories310kcal
Protein16.4%
Fat46.18%
Carbs37.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.81
Glycemic Load
16.22
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.323913014453%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.88kcal
15.49%
Fat:15.92g
24.49%
Saturated Fat:7.38g
46.12%
Carbohydrates:29.02g
9.67%
Net Carbohydrates:25.75g
9.36%
Sugar:3.59g
3.99%
Cholesterol:58.1mg
19.37%
Sodium:258.02mg
11.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.72g
25.44%
Calcium:274.31mg
27.43%
Phosphorus:271.02mg
27.1%
Selenium:14.22µg
20.31%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.98%
Zinc:2.42mg
16.16%
Fiber:3.27g
13.08%
Magnesium:51.59mg
12.9%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.85%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.5%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.52%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.55%
Vitamin A:415.82IU
8.32%
Vitamin D:1.07µg
7.16%
Iron:1.21mg
6.74%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.47%
Potassium:223.37mg
6.38%
Folate:23.7µg
5.92%
Copper:0.11mg
5.65%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.66%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.91%
Vitamin K:4.05µg
3.86%
Source:My Recipes