Sweet and Savory Cornbread Recipes

Sweet and Savory Cornbread Recipes

Warm, homemade cornbread fresh from the oven… There are few side dishes as comforting. Generally, cornbread falls into two categories – sweet and savory. Hearty soup, stew, or chili, Southern comfort food, barbecue, and grilled meats are made for a slice of cornbread. Slather with butter and honey on a sweeter cornbread for a wonderful snack.

If you’re looking for both sweet and savory cornbread recipes, you’re in the right place. If you prefer everything from a classic Southern cornbread recipe to a sweet potato cornbread or a cheddar jalapeno cornbread, you’ll find a collection of the best cornbread recipes. Sweet vs savory… what team are you on?

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“This recipe was given to me by a lady at church. It was her mother’s recipe from 1910.” – Linda
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“The sweet potatoes give this cornbread a delicious twist, and helps make it moist. It is wonderful served with the cinnamon butter while still warm.” – Lisa
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“I am not usually a cornbread lover. My husband is and was raised on Southern style cooking. His mom passed away at the age of 19 and I have tried to always incorporate meals or sides that his mom would have made. Everyone I have ever made this for loves it!” – Natalie
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“These Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins are tender little savory and spicy bite-sized nuggets of Southern goodness. A perfect addition to chili and soups.” – Debbie
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“What’s really good about skillet cornbread? It’s soft and moist on the inside and golden brown crust on the outside. This is a quick and easy recipe for Southern-style skillet cornbread without the hassle. Semi-homemade ingredients from your well-stocked pantry.” – Carol
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“This is an old family recipe from a dear departed loved one of mine, she was from New Orleans. When she gave me the recipe secrets, she was in her 90’s.” – Cyann
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“These little cornbread muffins are sweet, soft, and delicious. They come out perfect every time I make them!!” – Lindsey
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“There must be a thousand ways we Southerners make cornbread. This is just mine. My family enjoys it and I hope you will too. It’s a little different than your standard recipe, but we like the buttery taste.” – Renae
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“Buttermilk cornbread with the spicy hit of jalapenos!” – Kevin