Air-Fryer Cornbread

Name: Air-Fryer Cornbread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 pieces
Ingredients: 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1-1/4 teaspoons salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/3 cup canola oil; 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 8 pieces

Test Kitchen Approved

This air-fryer cornbread has a tender crumb and slightly crispy exterior. In 30 minutes, it's ready to pair with chili or a hearty stew.

Ingredients

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup canola oil
1 large egg, room temperature, beaten

Directions

Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a small bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil and egg. Add cornmeal mixture; stir until combined. Transfer batter to a greased 8-in. round cake pan.
Place cake pan in air fryer basket; bake until top is golden brown and toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool slightly, slice.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 257 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 618mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.

Using the air-fryer to cook cornbread allows for even cooking, resulting in a moist inside and crispy outside. Plus, it takes less time than using the oven—it's a win-win situation! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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