Unleavened Cornbread

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Unleavened Cornbread Recipe

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

259

Sugar

12g

Fat

Unleavened cornbread is a classic Southern dish that is made with simple ingredients such as cornmeal, flour, and milk. It is often served as a side dish to accompany meals such as barbecue or chili. Unlike traditional cornbread that uses baking powder or baking soda as a leavening agent, unleavened cornbread does not rise and is more dense in texture. This recipe uses melted shortening to add moisture to the bread and an egg to bind the ingredients together. The result is a hearty, savory bread that is perfect for sopping up gravy or chili.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.	Combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
3.	Beat egg in a small bowl and stir into cornmeal mixture; add melted shortening and milk and stir until just combined.
4.	Pour batter into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
6.	Cut into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

Unleavened cornbread is a quick and easy side dish that pairs well with any main course.

It is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

Unleavened cornbread can be a bit dense and dry in texture.

It may not be as flavorful as other types of cornbread that use leavening agents.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornmeal is a good source of fiber and protein.
It also contains vitamins and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and zinc.
Unleavened cornbread is also a low-fat option as it does not contain butter or oil.

	1 cup cornmeal
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	1/4 cup white sugar
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 egg
	1/4 cup shortening , melted
	1 cup milk