- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 185 kcal
Quick summary
“Homemade Corn Bread is a tasty option for breakfast, easy to prepare and perfect with tea or coffee.”
What you need to know
['- Combines corn and wheat flour for an authentic flavor', '- Baking powder helps achieve a good rise', '- Oil gives a crispy touch to the surface', '- Milk can be replaced with water for a drier bread', '- The bread can be sweeter by increasing the amount of sugar']
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup of cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup oil
- For a moister bread, add a little yogurt to the dough.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough; this can make the bread heavy.
- Serve with tea or coffee for a perfect snack.
- If you prefer a sweeter flavor, increase the amount of sugar.
- When storing, keep in an airtight container to preserve softness.
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and oil until smooth.
- Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ones and mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the pan greased with oil or butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until golden and, when inserting a toothpick, it comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before unmolding.
- Serve hot or warm, accompanied by your favorite butter or requeijão.
Chef's tips
['- Do not mix the dough too much to avoid the bread becoming heavy', '- Grease the pan well to facilitate unmolding', '- Make holes in the top of the bread during cooking to avoid a high top']
Variations
['- Add chopped walnuts for a crunchy touch', '- Include sesame seeds for a distinct flavor', '- Use whole wheat flour for a healthier version']
Substitutions
['- The oil can be replaced by butter', '- The milk can be replaced by water', '- The sugar can be replaced by honey']
How to store
Keep the bread in an airtight container to preserve softness. Generally, it lasts up to 3 days at room temperature.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze corn bread, as it may lose texture when thawing.
What to serve with
Serve with butter, cream cheese, or jelly for a complete breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
Como posso variar o sabor?
You can add chopped walnuts, sesame seeds, or increase the amount of sugar for a sweeter flavor.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze corn bread, as it may lose texture when thawing.
What is the best way to serve?
Serve the bread warm or lukewarm, accompanied by butter, requeijão, or jam.
