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A warm slice of gluten-free cornbread topped with melting butter and drizzled honey

Easy Gluten-Free Cornbread

Easy, fluffy, golden gluten-free cornbread perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
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Course: bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Rest Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $4 - $6

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch square pan or 10-inch skillet Cast iron gives the best crust
  • 2 Large mixing bowls For separating dry and wet ingredients
  • 1 Wire whisk For lump-free mixing
  • 1 Rubber spatula To fold ingredients gently

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup Gluten-free flour blend
  • ¼ cup Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Or almond milk + lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Melted butter Or use coconut oil
  • 2 Eggs Room temperature
  • 2 tablespoon Honey For a touch of sweetness
  • ½ cup Corn kernels Optional
  • 1 Diced jalapeño Optional
  • ½ cup Shredded cheese Optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and grease the pan.
  • Whisk dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine wet ingredients in a separate bowl.
  • Fold wet into dry until just combined.
  • Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  • Cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.

Notes

Optional add-ins like cheese, corn, and jalapeño bring extra flavor and texture. Make dairy-free by using almond milk and coconut oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 80g | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.2mg