Here is a delicious, easy recipe for the Savory Cornbread Skillet Cake shown in your picture — soft, moist, cheesy, with corn and herbs. Perfect as a snack or side dish!
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Cheesy Corn Skillet Bread (Savory Cornbread)
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Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal (polenta, fine)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Wet ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- ⅓ cup melted butter or oil
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Add-ins (as shown in picture)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ½ cup cooked sausage cubes OR ham (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander or parsley
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Instructions
1. Prepare the batter
- In a bowl, mix:
- cornmeal
- flour
- baking powder
- salt & pepper
- In another bowl, whisk eggs + buttermilk + melted butter.
- Pour wet mixture into dry mixture and stir gently.
- Fold in:
- cheese
- corn kernels
- sausage/ham cubes
- chopped onion
- herbs
The batter will be slightly thick.
2. Cook in a skillet
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a cast-iron skillet or round baking pan.
- Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly.
- Bake 25–35 minutes until:
- golden on top
- edges are crispy
- center is firm
3. Serve
Sprinkle with:
- fresh herbs
- cracked black pepper
Cut into wedges and enjoy warm.
Perfect with soup, chili, or a dipping sauce!
❤️ Tips
- Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
- Add more cheese for an extra gooey center.
- Can be made vegetarian by skipping sausage.