Description
Navajo Cornbread is a flavorful, slightly sweet cornbread that’s soft on the inside with a slightly crispy crust. Traditionally served with chili, stew, or as a side dish, this cornbread is a staple in Native American cuisine and brings a comforting, hearty touch to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for extra moisture)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or a cast-iron skillet with butter or cooking spray.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, vegetable oil, sour cream (if using), and honey (if using).
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet and spread it out evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cornbread to cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm with butter or alongside chili, stew, or soup.
Notes
- You can add 1/2 cup of shredded cheese, chopped green chilies, or even diced jalapeños for extra flavor and a little heat.
- If you prefer a sweeter cornbread, you can increase the sugar to 1/2 cup.
- This cornbread can also be made in a cast-iron skillet for a more authentic and crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Native American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg