Ingredients:

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup full-fat buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing skillet)
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 large egg

Instructions:

  1. Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 400°F (200°C). Once preheated, remove the skillet, add a tablespoon of butter, and swirl until melted and coating the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. Whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, oil, and egg.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, stirring only until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the preheated sizzling skillet and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20–22 minutes until the edges pull away from the sides and the top is deep golden mahogany. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.