A Little Different Broccoli Cornbread
Elevate your classic cornbread game with "A Little Different Broccoli Cornbread," a savory twist that combines rich cheddar cheese, tender broccoli, and a hint of onion for a hearty and flavorful side dish. This recipe blends the ease of boxed cornbread mix with wholesome ingredients like cottage cheese and melted butter, ensuring a moist and tender crumb every time. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, it’s baked to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Serve it warm for a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or roasted meats. Easy to make and packed with cheesy, veggie-filled goodness, this broccoli cornbread will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cornbread mix
- 10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 0.5 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Thaw the frozen chopped broccoli by microwaving it for about 2–3 minutes or allowing it to sit at room temperature until softened. Drain any excess water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, thawed broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, and finely chopped onion. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add the melted butter, cottage cheese, and salt to the beaten eggs. Mix well until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until all ingredients are just combined. Be careful not to overmix — the batter should be moist but thick.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cornbread from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.2 g | 461% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1122 mg | 374% | |
| Sodium | 4096 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 1529 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1639 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
