With three times as much volume of flour as corn meal, this version of corn bread has a cake-like texture.
For a tougher, grittier result, adjust the ratio to 1¼ cups flour and ⅝ cups corn meal {50%, 50%}.
Baker's percentages and pan size are based on about ½ pound of flour and corn meal, producing about 1½ pounds finished product.
Set oven rack to upper (not top) level, and preheat to 350°F.
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients:
1½ cup Flour {150g, 60%}
½ cup Corn Meal {100g, 40%}
⅔ cup Sugar {75g, 30%}
1 Tbs Baking Powder {10g, 4%}
½ tsp Salt {2.5g, 1%}
and spread out to give it a concave shape.
In a small bowl (or not-yet washed measuring cup), combine:
2 Eggs, lightly beaten {~50g, ~20%}
1¼ cup Milk {175g, 70%}
Pour egg mixture into well in dry ingredients, but do not mix it yet.
In a small bowl or cup, microwave to melt:
⅓ cup Oil {75g, 30%}
3 Tbs Butter {50g, 20%}
1 Tbs Honey {15g, 6%}
Pour oil mixture into egg mixture.
Combine with dry ingredients, minimizing stirring.
Heat greased 8" square metal pan in oven.
Pour batter into pan.
Bake for 35–40 minutes.
Remove from oven and let sit to continue firming for 5–10 minutes.