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Spoon Bread

Delightfully fluffy and creamy spoon bread that brings warmth to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish (8-inch square or similar)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal and milk until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and melted butter to the cornmeal mixture and whisk until fully combined.
  4. Mix in the baking powder and salt.
  5. Grease your baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Pour the batter into the dish.
  6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the spoon bread from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  8. Scoop out servings of the warm spoon bread and enjoy.

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, try adding shredded cheese or chopped herbs to the batter before baking.