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blueberry cornbread in a cast iron skillet

Blueberry Cornbread Recipe with Fresh or Frozen Berries

This blueberry cornbread recipe is a sweet twist on an old favorite.
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • 10 inch cast iron skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • 1 quart liquid measuring cup
  • microwave safe bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons butter 1 stick, divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1⅓ cups yogurt or cultured buttermilk
  • cup sugar
  • 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat the oven and the skillet

  • Set your oven to 400°F and place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside to heat up. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet so it melts while the oven preheats. This will give you that irresistible crispy golden crust. If you don't have a cast iron pan, you can use a pie pan, cake pan, or square baking dish that is about 9-10 inches across, and preheat it the same way.

Step 2: Prepare the wet ingredients

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt (or buttermilk), eggs, and sugar until well combined. Melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter in the microwave and slowly pour it into the yogurt mixture while stirring.

Step 3: Mix the dry ingredients

  • In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and baking powder. Make a well in the center and pour in the wet mixture. Stir until thoroughly combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 4: Fold in the blueberries

  • Gently stir in the blueberries. If you're using frozen blueberries, don’t thaw them—just toss them in frozen.

Step 5: Bake in the hot skillet

  • Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Swirl the melted butter around to coat the pan evenly, then pour in the batter. You should hear a satisfying sizzle as the batter hits the pan. This is the best part—it means those crispy edges are on their way!
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the skillet for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
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