Reduced Fat Moist Sweet Cornbread
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and wholesome goodness with this Reduced Fat Moist Sweet Cornbread—a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food! Crafted with heart-healthy ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat Greek yogurt, this cornbread delivers incredible moisture and flavor while keeping the fat content in check. Lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and a touch of honey, it's ideal for pairing with savory dishes or enjoying as a stand-alone treat. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 20 minutes in the oven, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or cozy gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.33 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.33 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Low-fat milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the wet ingredients: unsweetened applesauce, low-fat plain Greek yogurt, the large egg, low-fat milk, and honey. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with the spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm on its own, or with a smear of light butter or honey, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.5 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 882 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.
