Chili Cheese Cornbread Low Fat
Savor the bold flavors of comfort with this low-fat Chili Cheese Cornbread! Perfectly golden and tender, this healthier twist on a classic is made with wholesome ingredients like applesauce and nonfat Greek yogurt for a moist texture without extra calories. Every bite is loaded with the zesty kick of diced green chilies and the rich, melty goodness of reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese. A touch of honey adds just the right hint of sweetness, beautifully balancing the savory notes. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, this 8x8-inch cornbread is the ideal guilt-free side dish to serve alongside soups, chili, or as a hearty snack on its own. Whether you're looking for a lighter take on comfort food or a crowd-pleasing addition to your table, this recipe is a flavorful winner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 Egg
- 0.75 cup Reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Canned green chilies, diced
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, milk, egg, and honey until smooth and creamy.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced green chilies, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 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 in the baking dish for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Chili Cheese Cornbread as a standalone snack or paired with your favorite soup or chili!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 260 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 3367 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.9 g | ||
| Protein | 75.1 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1020 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 964 mg | 20% | |
*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.
