Air Fryer Cornbread

This air fryer cornbread has a golden crust, is super moist, and cooks in under 30 minutes! This delicious cornbread recipe will be your go to!

I love serving it with hot honey sauce, but you may certainly serve it with regular softened butter.

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

• Butter – Make sure to use unsalted melted butter.
• Buttermilk – It’s best to use store-bought thick room temperature buttermilk.
• Eggs – Make sure they’re at room temperature for even baking.
• Sugar – Regular granulated sugar.
• Flour – All-purpose flour.
• Cornmeal – It isn’t cornbread without cornmeal.
• Baking Powder – Helps the cornbread rise.
• Baking Soda – Acts as a chemical leavener.
• Salt – Brings all of the flavors together.

HOW TO MAKE

1. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, eggs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cornmeal.
3. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
4. Lightly spray your baking pan with nonstick spray and line it with greased parchment paper.
5. Pour the cornmeal batter into the prepared pan and then place the pan in the air fryer basket.
6. Air fry at 320 degrees for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
7. If the toothpick is not completely clean after 20 minutes, but the edges of the cornbread are crispy, simply turn off the heat and let the cornbread remain in the air fryer for an additional 10 minutes. This will allow the residual heat to continue cooking the cornbread.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

WHAT DOES IT TASTE LIKE?

The taste of cornbread can vary depending on the recipe, but in general, it has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor with a dense and crumbly texture. The taste of cornbread can also be influenced by how it is cooked, such as whether it is baked or fried. It is a popular comfort food in many parts of the United States and is often served as a side dish with meals.

TOP TIP

Don’t overbake the cornbread otherwise, it will turn out super dry and crumbly.

STORAGE

• To store this air fryer cornbread, first, let it cool completely to room temperature. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out. You can also store it in an airtight container.
• If you want to store it for a longer period, you can freeze it. Wrap the cooled cornbread tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil, and place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Cornbread can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• When you’re ready to eat it, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat it in the oven, microwave, or air fryer until warm.

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