Start by preheating your oven to the temperature specified in your cornbread recipe, typically around 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your oven is ready when you're finished mixing the batter.
Grease your baking pan with butter or oil to prevent the cornbread from sticking. You can also use parchment paper to line the bottom of the pan for easier removal later.
In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients for the cornbread. This typically includes cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and any other dry ingredients specified in your recipe, such as sugar or spices.
In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. For Maple Bourbon Cornbread, this may include maple syrup, bourbon, melted butter, eggs, and milk or buttermilk. Whisk until the mixture is well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cornbread.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake according to the recipe instructions, usually for around 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious Maple Bourbon Cornbread!