Cornmeal
About the ingredient cornmeal. Including 811 recipes with cornmeal, nutrition data, photos, and where to find it.
What is cornmeal?
Listen up, folks – if you've ever sunk your teeth into a slice of golden cornbread fresh from the oven, or dusted your pizza stone to prevent that dreaded stick, you've got cornmeal to thank.
This humble staple, ground from dried corn kernels, packs a punch of texture and flavor that's as versatile as a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet.
Whether you're whipping up hush puppies down in Dixie or adding crunch to a modern gluten-free bake, cornmeal's your go-to for that satisfying, earthy bite.
At its core, cornmeal is simply dried maize (that's corn to us Yanks) milled into a coarse or fine powder. It comes in varieties like yellow (from yellow corn, with a bolder, sweeter taste) or white (from white corn, milder and often used in Southern recipes).
The grind matters too: fine for delicate batters, medium for polenta's creamy goodness, and coarse for that toothsome grit in grits or fried fish coatings. No frills here; it's naturally gluten-free, making it a star for folks dodging wheat.
Cornmeal shines brightest in classics like cornbread, where it mingles with buttermilk for a tangy crumb, or in Italian polenta, simmered slow into a porridge that's begging for cheese and herbs.
It's a baker's secret weapon too, adding structure to muffins or a sandy texture to cookies. And don't sleep on its savory side; think crispy coatings for okra fries or a dusting under pie crusts to soak up juices.
Pro Tips from the Kitchen
- Storage Savvy: Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot – or the fridge for longer life; to avoid that rancid vibe from its natural oils.
- Swap Smart: If a recipe calls for cornmeal but you're out, try masa harina for tamales or fine-ground polenta as a close cousin, but adjust liquids since textures vary.
- Flavor Boost: Toast it lightly in a dry pan before using to amp up that nutty corn essence; perfect for elevating "easy gluten-free cornbread recipes for beginners" or "authentic Southern hush puppy ideas with cornmeal."
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (122g)Where found
Cornmeal is usually found in the baking supplies section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Cornmeal is a member of the Cereal Grains and Pasta US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does cornmeal weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 122 grams |
Related
Cereal Grains and Pasta
| In Chinese: | 棒子面 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | semoule de maïs | |
| en español: | harina de maíz |
Recipes using cornmeal
There are 811 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Applesauce Chipotle Cornbread
Chipotle cornbread bakes in a hot cast iron skillet with puréed chipotles, applesauce, and buttermilk for smoky heat and a crisp crust. Low-fat Southwestern twist on classic cornbread.
Tom's French Bread
Traditional French baguettes made with just four basic ingredients: flour, water, yeast, and salt. Bake in your bread machine or shape by hand for authentic crusty loaves.
Light & Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes
Light and fluffy whole wheat pancakes are vegan and egg-free: soy milk and cider vinegar make a buttermilk-style batter that puffs up tender, with whole wheat pastry flour, cornmeal and cinnamon. A wholesome breakfast.
Country Style Buttermilk Pancakes with Berry Sauce
Country Style Buttermilk Pancakes with Berry Sauce recipe
Lemon Blueberry Cake
Moist lemon blueberry cake with cornmeal, buttermilk, and fresh lemon zest. Bursting with 3 cups of blueberries, this from-scratch sheet cake has a golden crumb and bright citrus flavor in every slice.
Treacle Scones
Treacle scones blend flour and cornmeal with light molasses for sturdy, lightly sweet British tea scones with toasty corn texture and molasses depth. Split warm and serve with butter and jam.
Berry Almond Bundt Cake
Cranberry almond bundt cake with cornmeal and applesauce. A dairy-free leaning bundt with tart cranberries, ground almonds, and a soft golden crumb. Drizzle with glaze or dust with powdered sugar.
Rainbow Blossom's Vegan Banana Muffins
Vegan banana muffins built on cornmeal, rice flour, and soy flour for a gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free breakfast. Almonds and cinnamon add warmth, mashed banana sweetens.
Fat Free Multigrain Pancakes
Fat-free multigrain pancakes with whole wheat flour, cornmeal, oatmeal, and a tangy buttermilk-sour cream base. A high-fiber breakfast that beats heavy diner pancakes.
Favourite Breakfast Cornmeal Pancakes
These have a great texture and are not as filling and heavy as ordinary pancakes.
Fresh Corn Blinis with Roasted Bell Pepper, Artichoke Hearts & Arugula
These corn blinis are topped with roasted bell peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, olives and arugula leaves. They are so cute, easy to pick up and pop into your mouth. A great appetizer when you have company to come over or host a party.
Best Pita Bread
Homemade pita bread with the puffed pocket: bread flour, yeast, oil, and a hot oven. Soft, chewy rounds for stuffing, dipping, or tearing fresh from the pan.
Cornbread
This is plain cornbread, not a corn flavored cake, so don't expect it to be fluffy or sweet. It's great with black-eyed peas, new potatoes, green onions, sliced tomatoes, and buttermilk, i.e., your basic Southern farm fare. It's also very nice cold, broken into bite-sized pieces in a glass of cold milk and eaten with a spoon.
Vanilla Buttermilk Whole Wheat Pancakes
Vanilla buttermilk whole wheat pancakes turn out fluffy and tender thanks to tangy buttermilk and whisked egg whites. Whole wheat flour, a touch of cornmeal, and warm cinnamon make a wholesome stack worth waking up for.
Cornmeal Waffles
Cornmeal waffles fold beaten egg whites into a yellow cornmeal batter for crisp-edged, tender-centered Southern-style waffles. A 20-minute breakfast that holds up to maple syrup, butter, or fresh fruit.
Yummy Corn-Meal Waffles
Cornmeal waffles combine yellow cornmeal with flour for crispy-edged, golden waffles with a hint of corn sweetness. Old-fashioned breakfast served with honey or maple syrup.
Yummy Cornmeal Pancakes
Cornmeal pancakes for two: half cornmeal, half flour, with instant powdered milk built into the dry mix. A small-batch breakfast that uses pantry staples and skips fresh dairy.
Basic Flakey Biscuits
Tender flaky biscuits made with cake flour, butter, milk, and an egg. Cornmeal-dusted pan for crisp bottoms and biscuits set close so they rise tall instead of spreading.
Golden Pumpkin Bread
Golden pumpkin bread is a moist pumpkin quick bread with a twist: cornmeal for a golden, tender crumb, sour cream for richness, warm pumpkin pie spice, and studded with raisins and pecans. A cozy fall loaf.
Very Easy Pecan Pie
No-fuss pecan pie with cornmeal for subtle texture and a slow bake that prevents cracking. Mix everything in one bowl, pour, and bake at 300°F for foolproof holiday dessert that slices clean.
Blueberry Cornmeal Muffins
Blueberry cornmeal muffins blend whole wheat and yellow cornmeal with juicy berries, brightened by orange zest and buttermilk. A wholesome breakfast bake with rustic golden crumb.
Awesome Breakfast Cornmeal Pancakes
Cornmeal pancakes with melted lard, plenty of baking powder, and a tender, slightly grainy crumb. A 15-minute breakfast pancake with old-fashioned corn flavor and crispy edges.
Bill's Veggie Burgers
Lentil and potato veggie burgers bound with cornmeal and brightened with mustard, soy sauce and vegetable juice. Plant-based, freezer-friendly patties that hold their shape on the grill or in the oven.
