Dutch Oven Corn Bread
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The batter will be easy to whisk 
The batter, ready for baking 
The finished corn bread, ready to be cut up and served. 
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.
Dutch Oven Corn Bread
Category
Camping and Cast Iron Cooking
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.