Cornbread is a comfort food staple, perfect alongside soups, chilis, and holiday spreads alike. Unfortunately, most store-bought mixes and traditional recipes are packed with refined oils, processed sugars, and unnecessary additives that don’t align our healthy home.

The good news? Making your own wholesome cornbread at home is simple, satisfying, and just as delicious (if not better!) than what you’ll find on the shelves. This version keeps the ingredients clean and nourishing, so you can enjoy without compromise. 

We hope this recipe fills your kitchen with the same warmth, joy, and togetherness it brings to ours. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 3 c. organic yellow corn meal (not coarsely ground)- Arrowhead Mills is a great bread

• 1 t. sea salt

• 4 T. ghee

• 2 c. boiling water

• 1 c. organic kefir or milk of choice

• 4 organic eggs, beaten

• 1 T. baking powder (no aluminum)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Melt the ghee and mix with cornmeal.

3. Pour boiling water (with the salt) over the cornmeal mixture and stir until well mixed.

4. Add the milk to the mixture and set aside to cool, about 40 minutes.

5. When cool, blend eggs + baking powder together then mix in

6. Grease 8x8 dish and place in the oven for 2–3 min.

7. Pour batter in dish; bake 30–40 min.

8. Test for doneness.

*Pro tip: Try not to open the oven and check until the corn bread has fully risen and is almost done. Turn the oven down if necessary to finish cooking.

And you're done! Serve your cornbread fresh out of the oven or warmed up the next day. One of our favorite ways to enjoy it is with a drizzle of raw honey or with some ghee on top. Simple, cozy, and naturally sweet, it’s the perfect treat for any season and loved by both kids and adults alike!

Whether you’re serving it alongside a hearty bowl of chili, packing it for lunch, or enjoying it as an afternoon snack, this wholesome cornbread is sure to bring comfort and warmth to your table all year long.

Interested in more healthy living and recipe reads? Check these out:

1. Healthy Batch Cooking Recipes
2. Healthy Swaps for Your Favorite Comfort Food
3. How to Clean Stainless Steel Pots & Pans Naturally
4. The Most Effective Kitchen Cleaners without Bleach
5. Safe Oven Cleaning: How to Clean Ovens and Stovetops Naturally

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