Dishbook

Blue Cornbread

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Blue Cornbread is a moist quick bread made with blue cornmeal and buttermilk, offering a subtle sweetness and a striking indigo hue. Its tender crumb and slightly crisp top pair beautifully with hearty soups, chilies, or as a standalone treat inspired by Southwestern baking traditions.

Ingredients

2 cups blue cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
0.25 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
0.50 teaspoons salt
1.50 cups buttermilk
1 large egg
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey

Steps

  1. Preheat oven to 400 F and grease an 8×8 baking dish.

  2. Whisk together dry ingredients.

  3. Whisk together wet ingredients.

  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

  5. Transfer batter to prepared dish and smooth the top.

  6. Bake for 25 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.