Bless Your Heart Low Fat Cornbread
Meet your new go-to Southern-inspired side: *Bless Your Heart Low Fat Cornbread*. This lightened-up classic delivers all the golden, tender goodness of traditional cornbread with a wholesome twist. Made with a perfect blend of yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe keeps the texture moist and flavorful without excess fat. The use of low-fat buttermilk brings a slight tang and ensures every bite is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthier cornbread is baked to perfection in an 8-inch pan or cast-iron skillet, making it a crowd-pleasing choice for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Serve it warm with a drizzle of honey, a pat of butter, or alongside your favorite chili or barbecue dishes. Perfect for those seeking a low-fat, heart-healthy side that doesn’t skimp on soul-satisfying flavor!
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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
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 Large egg
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the low-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, honey, and the egg until smooth and uniform.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Step 5
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet and spread it evenly with the spatula.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then slice into 8 even pieces and serve warm.
Step 8
Enjoy your 'Bless Your Heart Low Fat Cornbread' with butter, a drizzle of honey, or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (644.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1359.4 |
| Total Fat 14.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 196.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3499.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 278.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.4g | |
| Protein 37.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 168.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 334.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 811.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories