Description
Colonial Spoon Bread is a traditional Southern comfort dish made with cornmeal, eggs, and milk, creating a soft, pudding-like texture. This easy spoon bread recipe is perfect as a side for holiday dinners or served warm with a drizzle of honey. Gluten-free and family-friendly, it’s a timeless classic that pairs well with savory or sweet meals.
Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
3 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and cornmeal. Whisk constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
2. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter until melted. Let it cool slightly.
3. Whisk in the egg yolks, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
5. Gently fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture in batches, maintaining as much air as possible.
6. Pour the batter into a well-buttered 9×9-inch baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
8. Serve warm with your choice of savory or sweet toppings.
Notes
Let the cornmeal mixture cool before adding yolks to prevent scrambling.
Use glass or ceramic baking dishes for even baking and best texture.
For a cheesy twist, stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar before folding in the egg whites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg