Heart Healthy Cornbread
Discover the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and comfort with this Heart Healthy Cornbread! Made with nutrient-rich whole-grain cornmeal and whole-wheat flour, this recipe prioritizes health without compromising on flavor. Lightly sweetened with honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist) and enriched with unsweetened applesauce and extra-virgin olive oil, it offers a moist, tender crumb that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or as a standalone snack. The use of almond milk curdled with apple cider vinegar adds a buttermilk-like tang, while skipping traditional butter and refined sugars keeps this dish heart-smart. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy cornbread is a nourishing choice for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole-grain cornmeal
- 0.5 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any heart-healthy milk alternative)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square or round baking dish with a light coating of olive oil or use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: whole-grain cornmeal, whole-wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: almond milk, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, applesauce, and honey (or maple syrup). Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the vinegar to slightly curdle the milk, creating a buttermilk-like texture.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring gently. Mix just until no dry spots remain; do not overmix, as this will impact the texture of the cornbread.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a 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 let it cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your heart-healthy cornbread warm as is, or with a smear of heart-healthy spread such as almond butter or avocado!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2076 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
