Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread
A moist, subtly sweet cornbread with honey and a hint of cinnamon, inspired by America's second most common surname. Ideal with chili or soup. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish. Whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 3 tbsp honey, 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 large egg, and 1/4 tsp cinnamon until smooth. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring, mixing until just combined with no lumps.
- Step 3: Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 22-25 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, with edges pulling slightly away from the dish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Johnson's Honey-Sweet Cornbread?
American vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
