Description
Instant Pot Cornbread is moist, tender, and perfectly fluffy—made easily in the pressure cooker without turning on the oven. This classic comfort bread pairs perfectly with chili, soups, and barbecue meals, offering a quick and convenient way to enjoy homemade cornbread.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Grease a 7-inch round cake pan that fits inside the Instant Pot to ensure the cornbread won’t stick and will cook evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine milk, eggs, melted butter (or vegetable oil), and honey if using, mixing well.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare for Cooking: Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and cover the top loosely with aluminum foil to prevent condensation from dripping onto the bread.
- Set Up Instant Pot: Pour 1½ cups of water into the Instant Pot, place the trivet inside, and then carefully set the cake pan on the trivet.
- Pressure Cook: Seal the Instant Pot lid properly and cook on High Pressure for 35 minutes for a thoroughly cooked, fluffy cornbread.
- Release Pressure: Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to let out any remaining pressure.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the cake pan from the Instant Pot and let the cornbread cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a golden top, place the cornbread under the broiler for 2–3 minutes after pressure cooking.
- Use fine or medium-grind cornmeal for the best texture and crumb.
- Add corn kernels or shredded cheese to the batter for tasty variations.
- Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread / Side Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
