Description
Navajo Cornbread is a delicious and fluffy bread that embodies Native American culture. Perfect as a side dish or enjoyed alone, it pairs well with chili, soups, and is delightful with butter and honey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter, then combine with dry ingredients.
- Mix until a thick batter forms, ensuring not to overmix, and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Pour the batter into a greased cast-iron skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.
- For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Native American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg