Chilis, soups, and barbeques need this sweet cornbread cast iron skillet recipe! Baking in a hot cast-iron skillet gives each piece of cornbread crispy edges and the perfect tender crumb. This egg-free recipe is sweetened with just the right amount of maple syrup and coconut sugar – you’ll want to keep coming back for more once you try it!
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and place the cast iron skillet on the middle rack in the oven. When the is preheated, add the butter into the cast iron pan to melt – this should only take a few minutes so watch that it doesn’t burn!
Add the milk into a jar and stir in the apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to slightly curdle.
In a large bowl, add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, coconut sugar, and sea salt. Whisk the dry ingredients well to combine.
When the milk mixture has sat for 5-10 minutes, add the maple syrup and oil. Stir to combine.
Make a well in the center of the cornmeal mixture and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir until almost combined.
Carefully remove the cast iron skillet from the oven, pour the melted butter into the batter, and mix.
Pour the cornbread batter into the hot skillet. Bake for 25 to 28 minutes (check at 25 minutes), until a toothpick that is inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown. It will smell amazing! Cool for a few minutes before enjoying.