Skillet cornbread recipe with ingredients and instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Place the cast-iron skillet inside with the vegetable oil so it heats up well.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk and melted butter until smooth.

4. Combine the Batter

Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Bake the Cornbread

Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and pour the batter into it. You should hear a slight sizzle. Spread evenly.

6. Cook Until Golden

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve

Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.