Spray a 7 x 3-inch round cake pan generously with cooking spray. (See the link in the post for the pan we used.) Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
1 cup cornmeal, ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt
In a microwave safe container, melt the butter. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, milk, and egg.
½ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup buttermilk, ½ cup whole milk, 1 large egg
Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. They batter should resemble pancake batter. Add the melted butter and mix well until all the butter is incorporated.
Pour the batter into the greased cake pan, and cover with aluminum foil. Place a trivet in the inner liner of the pressure cooker. Then add 2 cups of water. Using a foil sling, carefully lower the cake pan onto the trivet.
Close the lid and turn the valve to sealing. Use the manual/pressure cook button and set the timer to 35 minutes on high pressure. After the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally. (I've waited as long as 30 minutes before opening the valve.)
Open the lid, and use the sling to carefully remove the cake pan from the pressure cooker. Set the pan on a heat-safe surface, and allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Use a knife to run along the edges of the pan to loosen the cornbread. Place a serving platter or plate over the pan, and flip it over. The cornbread should come right out.
Serve the cornbread immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Notes
*This recipe has been tested in a 6-quart pressure cooker and has not been tested with substitutions.*Calories and nutritional information listed are an approximate based on serving size and ingredients listed.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Instant Pot Cornbread
Serving Size
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
312
% Daily Value*
Fat
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
11
g
55
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
73
mg
24
%
Sodium
551
mg
23
%
Potassium
371
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
30
g
10
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
578
IU
12
%
Calcium
147
mg
15
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.