If you’re looking for the perfect sweet cornbread, this recipe is it! Light, fluffy, and incredibly moist, this cornbread is buttery, slightly sweet, and melts in your mouth. Whether you’re serving it as a side for chili, BBQ, or simply enjoying a warm slice with butter and honey, this recipe delivers a classic homemade taste with the perfect texture.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔️ Buttery & Moist – No dry, crumbly cornbread here!
✔️ Perfectly Sweet – Just the right balance of flavor.
✔️ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients, no fuss.
✔️ Pairs with Everything – A great side for hearty meals.
This foolproof recipe ensures that every bite is soft, flavorful, and irresistibly good. Ready to bake the best sweet cornbread ever? Let’s get started!
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 butter, melted
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Equipment I Used
- 9×13 Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand Mixer
- Glass Measuring Cup
- Measuring cups & Spoons
- Spatula
How to Make It
Prepare the Ingredients
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter. Separate the egg yolks and egg whites into two bowls.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully combined.
Add the Dry Ingredients
To the same bowl, add cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until a smooth batter forms, ensuring no lumps remain.
Beat the Egg Whites
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites using a hand mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter using a spatula. This helps create a lighter, fluffier texture.
Bake the Cornbread
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & Serve
Let the cornbread cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm on its own, with butter and honey, or as a side to your favorite meal.
This Best Sweet Cornbread Recipe is everything you want in a classic cornbread—buttery, moist, and just the right amount of sweetness! Whether you’re pairing it with chili, BBQ, or enjoying it warm with butter and honey, this homemade recipe is sure to become a favorite. Let me know in the comments how it turned out! I’d love to hear how you served it. Don’t forget to save & share this recipe so you can enjoy perfectly sweet, fluffy cornbread any time!
Best Sweet Cornbread Recipe – Buttery & Moist
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 butter, melted
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- In a mixing bowl mix together egg yolks, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Add cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt, Stir until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold in the batter using a spatula.
- Pour batter in greased 9×13 baking pan. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
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