Low Fat Cornbread
Discover the ultimate Low Fat Cornbread, a light and healthy twist on a classic comfort food! This easy recipe combines wholesome yellow cornmeal with low-fat buttermilk and a touch of natural sweetness from honey and unsweetened applesauce, ensuring a moist and tender crumb without the extra oil or butter. Perfect for busy weeknights, it takes just 10 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under 25 minutes. Whether served warm alongside chili, soups, or as a standalone snack, this guilt-free cornbread is a flavorful, heart-healthy addition to any meal. Enjoy a satisfying slice packed with Southern-inspired goodness, all while staying on track with your low-fat lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- as needed non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly spray an 8x8-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the low-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, honey, and the egg until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could make the cornbread dense.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
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 from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
Cut into 9 pieces and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 3540 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.5 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 904 mg | 19% | |
*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.
