Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour ((126g))
  • 1 cup yellow corn meal ((163g))
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar ((double if you prefer a sweeter cornbread cake))
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (full fat, well shaken (8oz))
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full fat (100g or 3¼ oz))
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil ((2oz))
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8 or 9-inch cast iron skillet or 8 or 9-inch square pan.
  • Place the skillet in the oven to preheat.
  • In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. Fold in the buttermilk, mayonnaise, oil and one lightly beaten egg. Blend just until moistened.
  • Remove the preheated skillet from the oven and pour the batter into the hot pan.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
  • Cut into wedges and serve with butter and / or honey.