Classic Southern Cornbread: The Best Recipe with Turkey Bacon
This classic Southern cornbread recipe is topped with turkey bacon, making it a flavorful and healthier choice. Perfect for meals or sides!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free flour)
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 6 ounces turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and vegetable oil.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed, then fold in the turkey bacon.
- Pour the batter into a greased cast-iron skillet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add shredded cheese or chopped jalapeños to the batter.
- Serve with honey or butter for added taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg