Low Fat Low Calorie Jalapeno Cornbread

Elevate your cornbread game with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Low Fat Low Calorie Jalapeño Cornbread! Perfectly balancing savory and spicy, this guilt-free recipe swaps traditional high-fat ingredients with healthy alternatives like unsweetened applesauce, low-fat buttermilk, and egg whites, resulting in a tender, golden bread that's light on calories but big on taste. Freshly diced jalapeños add a zesty kick, while a touch of honey complements the heat with subtle sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy, one-bowl recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or a wholesome snack. Serve it warm for maximum flavor, and enjoy a healthier twist on a classic comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 2 large egg whites
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 medium fresh jalapenos, finely diced
• 1 as needed cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a similar-sized pan with cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, buttermilk, egg whites, and honey until smooth.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cornbread dense.

Step 5

Fold in the finely diced jalapenos, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let the cornbread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing into 8 equal squares.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(670.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1084.5

Total Fat 8.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 7.5mg	0%
Sodium 3160.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 57.6g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 95.2IU	0%
Calcium 239.7mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 855.1mg	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: 6.9%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 82.3%