Cheddar Cornbread with Thyme
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy. Cheesy, savory, and loaded with fresh sweet corn, this cheddar cornbread bakes up golden and delicious every time—perfect alongside any BBQ or Southwest meal. When it comes to cornbread, there are two devout camps: the Southerners and the Northerners, and both are passionate about their cornbread. I’ve lived most of my life in the DC area – right smack in the middle – so I could really go either way. There’s nothing quite like a crispy, thin wedge of authentic Southern cornbread from a cast iron skillet, but this Northern-style cheddar cornbread is just as special. It has a high flour-to-cornmeal ratio, which makes it cakier than its Southern cousin, and it’s made in a cake pan as opposed to a skillet. It’s moist, not too crumbly, and has wonderful flavor from the addition of corn, Cheddar cheese, and fresh thyme. I think you’ll enjoy it, no matter which camp you’re in! You May Also Like RecipeComments (134)Add Comment Recipe Comments (134) Add Comment Ingredients 1½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 tablespoon baking powder 1¼ teaspoons salt 2½ tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme ¾ cup frozen corn kernels (no need to thaw; just be sure they are not stuck together) 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese 1¼ cups milk 2 large eggs 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled 1½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 tablespoon baking powder 1¼ teaspoons salt 2½ tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme ¾ cup frozen corn kernels (no need to thaw; just be sure they are not stuck together) 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese 1¼ cups milk 2 large eggs 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled Instructions Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9-inch square glass or metal baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar and thyme until well combined. Stir in the corn and cheese. In a small bowl, break up the eggs with a wire whisk, then add the milk and whisk to combine. Add the wet mixture and melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon or spatula. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until puffed and lightly golden. Cool slightly in the pan on a wire rack, then cut into pieces and serve warm. Cornbread tastes best when served right out of the oven but leftovers can be wrapped in foil and reheated in a 350-degree oven for 10-15 minutes. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cornbread can be frozen in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, just wrap in foil and warm it in a 350°F oven until hot. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9-inch square glass or metal baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar and thyme until well combined. Stir in the corn and cheese. In a small bowl, break up the eggs with a wire whisk, then add the milk and whisk to combine. Add the wet mixture and melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon or spatula. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until puffed and lightly golden. Cool slightly in the pan on a wire rack, then cut into pieces and serve warm. Cornbread tastes best when served right out of the oven but leftovers can be wrapped in foil and reheated in a 350-degree oven for 10-15 minutes. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cornbread can be frozen in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, just wrap in foil and warm it in a 350°F oven until hot. Nutrition Information Powered by Per serving (16 servings) Calories: 199 Fat: 10 g Saturated fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 22 g Sugar: 3 g Fiber: 1 g Protein: 5 g Sodium: 167 mg Cholesterol: 49 mg Per serving (16 servings) Calories: 199 Fat: 10 g Saturated fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 22 g Sugar: 3 g Fiber: 1 g Protein: 5 g Sodium: 167 mg Cholesterol: 49 mg This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. 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