Warm custard spoon bread is a delightful Southern comfort food, similar to a pudding-like cornbread or a cross between cornbread and a custard. It’s a creamy and slightly sweet dish that’s perfect as a side dish or even a dessert. Here’s how you can make warm custard spoon bread:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized ovenproof dish.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cornmeal and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until the butter is fully melted and the sugar is dissolved.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the egg mixture to the cornmeal mixture, stirring constantly until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the spoon bread is set and lightly browned on top. It should have a slightly crispy crust, but the inside should remain soft and custard-like.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. The spoon bread will firm up as it cools.
- Serve the warm custard spoon bread as a side dish for savory meals or enjoy it as a comforting dessert. It’s delicious on its own or drizzled with a bit of maple syrup or honey if you prefer it sweeter.
This warm custard spoon bread is a delightful addition to your table, especially during the colder months when you crave comforting, soul-warming dishes.
