High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Skillet Cornbread

Golden, crispy-edged cornbread straight from a cast iron skillet is one of those simple pleasures that never gets old. The secret to that irresistible crust is preheating the skillet before the batter ever touches it — that sizzle when the butter hits the hot pan is exactly what creates the crunch that sets this apart from a standard baked loaf. With just cornmeal, flour, buttermilk, eggs, butter, and a handful of pantry staples, every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — no sweetener syrups, no processed shortcuts, nothing hidden. Granulated sugar gives the crumb a gentle sweetness that feels honest and balanced rather than cloying. The buttermilk keeps the interior tender and moist while the high heat of the oven drives that gorgeous golden top. It comes together in one bowl, bakes in a single pan, and goes straight to the table in wedges — weeknight easy, weekend worthy.

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