Cayman Islands Cornbread

Experience a taste of the tropics with Cayman Islands Cornbread, a delightful twist on classic cornbread infused with rich, island-inspired flavors. This recipe combines the tender crumb of traditional cornbread with the tropical sweetness of coconut milk and shredded coconut, creating a moist and slightly sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Simple to prepare and ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with savory mains or can even be enjoyed as a standalone snack. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this golden, coconut-kissed cornbread will transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked Caribbean getaway.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 0.5 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, coconut milk, and beaten eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(887.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2740.7

Total Fat 140.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 628.3mg	0%
Sodium 2741.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 121.0g
Protein 39.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 119.2mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 822.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 49.7%