Fluffy Cornbread Made with Sour Cream

This fluffy, and delicious cornbread is made wih no oil and features a soft, fluffy crumb. If you like a cornbread that is not too sweet, this is the recipe for you. Perfect side dish companion for BBQ foods.

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Okay, confession time: I’m a cornbread fanatic. And this past vacation week? I went on a mission. A mission for perfect cornbread. You know, the kind that’s unbelievably fluffy, moist, and has that irresistible golden crust? Well, I cracked the CORNbread code–corny, I know…haha!

Did you know the secret to that dreamy texture is sour cream and eggs? Seriously, it’s a game-changer. I started by tinkering with my usual recipe, wanting to make it a tad healthier. I swapped out the granulated sugar for honey (a delicious touch!), and ditched the oil in favor of more sour cream. Talk about a moisture boost!

Now, about those eggs… I know, I know, eggs are practically a luxury item these days. But lucky for me, I have my own flock of backyard chickens, so I decided to throw in an extra egg for good measure. Let me tell you, it was a SCORE!

The result? A pan of cornbread that was absolutely divine. It had that perfect balance of buttery richness, melt-in-your-mouth moistness, and a satisfyingly crisp crust. Every bite was heaven. I’m telling you, this recipe is a keeper. If you’re looking to elevate your cornbread game with a not so sweet recipe, you must try this–you won’t regret it!

Ingredients

• All Purpose Flour – Provides structure and balances the cornmeal.
• Cornmeal – Provides the signature flavor and texture you look for in cornmeal.
• Honey – Sweetens the cornbread and adds moisture.
• Baking powder & soda – Acts as a leavenign agent.
• Salt – Balances and enhances flavor.
• Eggs – Adds structure, and moisture.
• Milk – Adds moisture to the crumb.
• Butter – Adds richness and moisture to the crumb. Additional pats of butter added to the top of the batter provides richness before baking.
• Sour cream – Adds moisture, fluffiness, and makes for a tender crumb.

How to Make Sour Cream Cornbread

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. and grease an 8 x 8 pan.
• Whisk the dry ingredients.

• Mix wet ingredients until combined.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine.

• Pour batter into the greased pan.
• Add pats of thinly sliced butter to the top of the batter.

• Bake for 20-25 minutes. I left mine in for 25 minutes and let it cool in the cracked oven. This gave it a beautiful, deep golden brown crust on the sides, and bottom. If you’d prefer a lighter crust, just take it out of the oven (once baked), and let it cool on your stovetop.

Recipe FAQs:

• Can I use low-fat sour cream? While you can use low-fat sour cream, full-fat sour cream will yield the most moist and tender results.
• Can I use a different type of cornmeal? Finely ground yellow cornmeal is recommended for this recipe. Coarse cornmeal may result in a gritty texture.
• Can I add other ingredients? Yes! You can add ingredients like diced jalapeños, shredded cheese, or corn kernels for added flavor.
• How do I know when the cornbread is done? A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. Also the top of the cornbread should be a golden brown color.

Storage:

• Room Temperature: Store leftover sour cream cornbread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.
• Refrigerator: For longer storage, store cornbread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: You can also freeze cornbread. Wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or reheat in the oven.

Tips for the Best Cornbread:

• Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the batter come together smoothly.
• Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough cornbread.
• Allow the melted butter to cool slightly before adding it to the sour cream and eggs. This will keep the eggs from cooking.

More Corn Recipes to Try Today

• Canned Corn Soup
• Mini Corn Dog Bites
• Jiffy Corn Casserole
• Corn Chowder
• Jumbo Cornbread Muffins