Maple Cornbread
Try a cornbread recipe with a fun and delicious twist. This sweet Maple Cornbread adds a bit of a maple kick to the classic favorite recipe you already love. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making it a great side dish or snack. Once you try this recipe, it might just become your new favorite way to enjoy cornbread!
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This best cornbread recipe has been our favorite for years but it was time for something a little different. After a trip to New England and purchases that included maple syrup, I had to find a way to use it all. Real, pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup. So, when we got home, the first thing I made with the maple syrup was this maple cornbread.
Why you’ll love homemade maple cornbread
- Maple cornbread is a sweet version of homemade cornbread with a bit of a maple kick that’s perfect for any meal.
- It’s one of those easy recipes you can whip up in no time.
- The crispy edges make it even better than regular dinner rolls.
- Bake it in a round or square pan, either work well.
- It reheats nicely in the oven.
- It’s homemade and full of flavor. Everyone will want seconds so maybe make a double batch!
Here are the ingredients you’ll need
- All-Purpose Flour
- Yellow Cornmeal
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Milk – use whole or 2% milk. I’ve not tried this recipe with non-dairy products.
- Pure Maple Syrup
- Melted Butter
- Large Eggs – at room temperature
For the full recipe including measurement and complete instructions, scroll to the recipe card below.
What can I serve with cornbread?
Maple cornbread is one of those recipes that is versatile enough to serve with a variety of dishes, especially a big bowl of chili. I serve it with everything from chicken fried chicken, vegetable beef stew, and chicken noodle soup to award-winning stovetop chili, this ground beef chili recipe, and white chicken chili. It would also be delicious with Mexican recipes such as crockpot taco soup.
Favorite ways to serve cornbread
- When I serve this maple cornbread I like to put a pat of butter on a warm slice and then pour some additional warm maple syrup over it.
- A hot honey drizzle takes cornbread to the next level.
- Slather some whipped pumpkin spice honey butter on a warm slice of cornbread.
More Cornbread Recipes
We love cornbread and these cornbread muffins are one of our favorite recipes. If you like this maple cornbread, other flavored varieties include Pumpkin cornbread and Sweet Potato Cornbread.
How do you store cooled cornbread?
Leftover cornbread can be sticky so store it in a single layer either on a plate covered with aluminum foil or in an airtight container on the counter. No need to refrigerate it.
How do you reheat cornbread?
The best way to reheat cornbread is in the oven. Wrap a slice in aluminum foil, and bake it at a low temperature 300°F for about 10 to 15 minutes until warmed through.
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Maple Cornbread
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425℉. Lightly grease or oil an 8 x 8-inch square pan or 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt until combined.1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and eggs. Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.1 cup milk, ¼ cup maple syrup, ¼ cup melted butter, 2 large eggs
- Pour the batter into prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned and a cake tester comes out clean. Remove from the oven and serve warm with butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.
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Just finished making this, and WOW! Whole family can’t stop snacking on it. Suppose to be for dinner. Might not make it to the table. Great flavors. Light. Just a touch of sweetness from the maple syrup.
So glad you and your family enjoyed it, Chris!
Love the idea of using maple syrup in cornbread. I always feel cornbread needs a hint of sweetness (don’t tell my MIL).
I won’t! 😉