Buttermilk Bacon Jam Cornbread: A Slice of Comfort

Marrying bacon and cornbread together was a no-brainer for me because what is not to love about them both?! Let’s take your traditional cornbread recipe to the next level by infusing a few tablespoons of Bacon Jam (recipe below). And, add buttermilk to make it even more irresistible.

Whether you are having a warm slice in the morning with coffee or sliding it onto a plate of catfish and collard greens, I guarantee this recipe will become a solid staple in your culinary repertoire.

Yield: 8 - 10 slices

Author: Foodie On The Fly

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Buttermilk Bacon Jam Cornbread

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 28 MinTotal time: 38 Min

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow Cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup hot water
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 tbsp Bacon Jam ( see previous recipe) 
• 2 pats butter
• Bacon grease (optional) 

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl combine buttermilk, egg, and oil.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir until just blended.
5. Add 1/4 cup of hot water to mixture and stir. 
6. Add bacon jam and stir until incorporated.
7. Pour batter into well-greased cast iron skillet.
8. Bake 20 minutes and if still pale in color, cook for another 5 - 8 minutes until golden brown.
9. Remove from oven and brush bacon grease over top generously along with two pats of butter. Cover with foil until ready to serve.

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