Dutch Oven Corn Bread

Dutch Oven Corn Bread

This is a filling and delicious way to start the day in camp. This makes enough to feed a crowd, or allows for leftovers you can use with other meals, such as BBQ.

The batter will be easy to whisk
The batter, ready for baking
The finished corn bread, ready to be cut up and served.

Dutch Oven Corn Bread

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups corn meal
  • 1.5 cup flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1.5 cup milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Dutch oven with 6 coals under the edge and 18 coals on the lid.
  • Combine the dry ingredients. You can pre-mix these before leaving on your camping trip.
  • Mix the melted butter, beaten eggs, and milk in a separate larger bowl.
  • Add the dry to the liquid, one cup at a time, and whisk until smooth
  • Place an oven liner or parchment paper in the Dutch oven, and pour the batter into the oven.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.