Easy Stove Top Cornbread

Make cornbread from scratch without using the oven with this easy stove top cornbread recipe by Ken Click.

Most cornbread recipes require an oven, but did you know you can also cook it on your stovetop? Yes, you can! It’s easier, faster, and tastes the same as the ones baked in the oven.

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Homemade cornbread only requires simple pantry ingredients – egg, oil, milk, cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and butter. All you need to do is mix all the ingredients, transfer to a pan greased with melted butter, and cook until golden brown and crispy.

If you don’t have an oven and are craving cornbread, this recipe is for you.

Here’s another recipe you might want to try: Crispy Hot Water Cornbread

Cornbread on the Stove Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon of oil
• 2 1/2 tablespoons of milk
• 1/4 heaping cup of cornmeal
• 1/4 cup of flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/8 teaspoon of salt
• black pepper to taste (optional)
• 1 teaspoon of butter

Note: if you want a sweet cornbread, add a few tablespoons of sugar

How to Make a Skillet Cornbread

Step 1:

Place an 8-inch non-stick skillet on low heat.

Step 2:

While waiting for the skillet to heat, make the cornbread mixture. In a mixing bowl, add one egg and beat well. Next, add 1 teaspoon of cooking oil, 2 1/2 tablespoons of milk, 1 heaping 1/4 cup of cornmeal, 1/4 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3:

To check if your pan is hot enough, add a drop of water. If it sizzles, your pan is ready. Add 1 teaspoon of butter and swirl it around until melted.

Step 4:

Pour the batter and spread over the pan. Place the lid and set the timer for 10 minutes.

Step 5:

After 10 minutes, flip with a spatula and cook for 3 more minutes on the other side. If you want it to be extra crispy, take the lid off. Turn the heat off and let it sit for a few more minutes.

Step 6:

Transfer to a plate. Spread butter on top. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Stove Top Cornbread