Bajan Cornbread
Bajan Cornbread is a traditional dish from Barbadian cuisine that is loved for its sweet and savory flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a side dish or a snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
9-inch square baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Bajan Cornbread is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with a dollop of butter or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
Tips & tricks
For a more savory version, you can add some chopped scallions or shredded cheese to the batter before baking.
Cost
$5