If you're a fan of cornbread recipes, you may have a preference for either sweet or savory cornbread versions. I like a sweet slice of cornbread drizzled in maple syrup or honey
, but every once in a while, I actually crave some savory cornbread. Most importantly, cornbread makes such good comfort food, that whenever I take a bite of cornbread, it feels just like a warm hug from a friend. Here are 26 easy and savory cornbread recipes you'll surely love.
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What is Cornbread?
Basically speaking, cornbread is simply a type of quick bread made with cornmeal, and leavened with baking powder instead of yeast. Part of Native American cuisine, cornbread is also especially common in the South of the United States.
Cornbread is extremely versatile and you can pair it with bacon for a treat, cheddar for a cheesy feel, or even jalapeños for some extra heat. Cook it on top of chili
in a skillet, use it as stuffing, or make waffles
to go with savory toppings—whichever way you choose to cook your cornbread, it'll still be deliciously wonderful.
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How to Make Cornbread
The main ingredients of any cornbread recipe are cornmeal, some liquid such as water or milk, and baking powder. While cornbread is traditionally baked in a cast iron skillet, there are versions of cornbread that can be made in baking pans or casserole dishes.
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Best Types of Cornbread Recipes
Now here are the best savory cornbread recipes for you to bake and munch on, from the Simplest Cornbread Ever and Grilled Cornbread with Jalapeño Honey Butter, to Cornbread Topped Skillet Chili, Maple Bacon Cornbread Muffins and Farmers' Market Cornbread.
Have a look through them, pick your favorites and let's bake some cornbread today!
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Jalapeño Cornbread (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free) " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/760fa216b85e31d1ab58cca09c9f78191e66999e0b2c8ae3953d81d5d7c0f974/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w538_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F69e3530cdad7642a687e98d233b8cd9f" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This jalapeño cornbread is studded with chopped jalapeños for the extra kick of heat. The perfect snack, appetizer or side dish. Gluten-free and dairy-free too.
Get the recipe: Jalapeño Cornbread (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
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Maple Bacon Cornbread Muffins " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/38a621155ea13982d8dfc1919905a03f8e766aebbcd9403fc06cc8edba849a45/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w534_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2Fe0b4b4cbc30103a44a9f7f214d7137f5" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Spongy cornbread muffins that are baked & drizzled maple syrup and flavored with rich, crispy bacon.
Get the recipe: Maple Bacon Cornbread Muffins
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Cornbread Topped Skillet Chili " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/a14d0851e2b703b25299e2e9bc9ed1b4c537da70445eb54a4fe456a90865df85/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F8be2ff66d5a3ffd5e6cef180bc0d2f4d" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Taco Cornbread Waffles " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/359b31bb8def9679d8e6c4a79814c303b4316f5dd4c8dcea9fce04bb40807d24/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F5c73fd2ce61ea3a187ab994e8acf0ad1" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
These savory taco cornbread waffles are topped with ground beef taco mixture and all of your favorite taco toppings.
Get the recipe: Taco Cornbread Waffles
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Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Cornbread Muffins " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/653ca284774aa14cd97f1215078dd103559087be86fff2db114c9a8389462a2a/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2Fbb70d6e557d960db2a5a80779d618266" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
These cheddar cheese and bacon cornbread muffins make the perfect snack or side dish for fall! Perfectly savoury and perfect with soup, stews, and for the holidays!
Get the recipe: Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Cornbread Muffins
Cheesy Spicy Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/c022b6407299a01a0f50b53e26a866d459cc6c1ec2f9af19bec3694d57f55297/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w599_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F5853ee8fd062d96a520c81790a116432" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This easy Mexican cornbread is made with spicy green chilis and delicious cheese. You'll never settle for plain cornbread mix again!
Get the recipe: Cheesy Spicy Cornbread
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Cornbread with cheddar cheese and chopped green chiles - this cheesy green chile cornbread is perfect for early fall and green chile season!
Get the recipe: Cheesy Green Chile Cornbread
Bacon Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/a76e4629fc954672641c1e0b9fe0bf7d4208ece67d66f638fc5e7228eaed300e/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w604_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F64b7ae8351dda4360f348b4440db7200" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Bacon cornbread is a southern-style cornbread sweetened with maple syrup, dotted with chopped bacon throughout, covered with a sticky maple bacon topping, and baked in an iron skillet.
Get the recipe: Bacon Cornbread
Keto Jalapeño Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/61fde3bfa11c9c74e6dcce3551b0a6e1025ccad95a407ab3046f0caf4b6b2790/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w800_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F66de78278605de616a29c62f0fffa6af" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This low carb cornbread with almond flour tastes just like the real thing, without carb-dense ingredients like wheat flour, sugar, and corn.
Get the recipe: Keto Jalapeño Cornbread
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Skillet Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/f0eb4d524bb88c91e95d37b5d114e45febc33c611f416738d5078b9051f82158/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F8359973b8e95344950a97222e9d240ca" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Savory Cornbread with Turkey and Cheese " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/d5d341b121f8767809563833fff4637ce285c400ca1b24317cb1733da1d13f2c/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2Ffc6026ede8b34c6ef5a58f7b433d4c6d" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Cheesy Bacon Cornbread Muffins " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/b998a2d20c10dc7aa45607c9d6d48df74cff4c0083ef39376138f251d63b1a27/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F3743e66d10838b21e0885e0aed4fb4a4" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Herb Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/1e60fc706a41a62cd785d9321e9c543982493b794a90a13b03146fe8b324e9db/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F3994624de8b32d61b69ddc2049832039" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This version of cornbread with its flavor infusion of fresh herbs and buttermilk, goes with everything, from soup to chili to salad to brats on the grill.
Get the recipe: Herb Cornbread
Easy Cheddary Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/42970faab745ba0d7dd718371b61b42a66ab373b0de4ac1b9625a6bd22bc46c9/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w640_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F983beff997737ee42ebced2acd621b60" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Plenty of cheesy goodness, a hint of sweetness and just the right amount of jalapeno kick all baked right into moist tender, buttermilk cornbread.
Get the recipe: Easy Cheddary Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins
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Easy Cornbread Stuffing " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/f60a26d5837ff9edca792930d75467e7882e11fe5e37f8abab791594e30aad15/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w532_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2Ff18d99cc300245371024514df20e2895" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This easy cornbread stuffing is made with cornbread, vegetables, and herbs for incredible flavor and taste. Gluten-free and dairy-free.
Get the recipe: Easy Cornbread Stuffing
Farmer's Market Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/4fbe5fa4bc7191f7153affc8fb723b6170e0beae6b256b94046a22934242ed78/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w532_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2Fe738af14454ee48ce0b19de2339ebe9d" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
This cornbread is loaded with fresh grilled corn, cheese, and topped with farmers market finds!
Get the recipe: Farmer's Market Cornbread
Easy Mexican Cornbread " loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-nimg="1" class="rounded-lg p_maxWidth" src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/6c6705e9ca90da8838b0feed792014386c37e73638e4cbde325daae8cd2c4c29/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w533_h800%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fparade_250%2F1855f2d2224d882c71ebb7d82b5e8b09" width="100%" style="; max-width:300px;"/>
Cornbread mix is filled with jalapeños and cheese making this the perfect side dish.
Get the recipe: Easy Mexican Cornbread
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Cornbread with cheddar cheese and chopped green chiles - this cheesy green chile cornbread is perfect for early fall and green chile season!
Get the recipe: Cheesy Green Chile Cornbread
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