Description
Warm, custardy, and impossibly fluffy, Colonial Spoon Bread is a Southern comfort classic that straddles the line between savory pudding and soft cornbread. This quick and easy recipe uses pantry staples and creates a soul-soothing side perfect for everything from casual weeknight dinners to festive holiday meals. Whether you’re exploring new breakfast ideas, need a comforting dinner idea, or are looking for an easy recipe to impress, this Colonial Spoon Bread checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 cups whole milk
1 cup boiling water
3 large eggs, separated
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a cast iron skillet inside to heat.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the cornmeal with boiling water until smooth.
3. Warm the milk in a saucepan, then stir it into the cornmeal mixture.
4. Stir in egg yolks, melted butter, salt, baking powder, and sugar (if using).
5. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
6. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cornmeal mixture without overmixing.
7. Remove the hot skillet from the oven and coat with butter.
8. Pour the batter into the skillet and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden and a knife comes out clean.
10. Serve hot, directly from the skillet.
Notes
For a crispier crust, don’t skip preheating the skillet in the oven.
Whip egg whites separately and fold them in gently for a light, soufflé-like texture.
This spoon bread is highly customizable—try adding cheese, herbs, or a hint of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: spoon bread, southern recipes, cornmeal bread, comfort food, easy dinner sides