Paula Deen's Mexican Cornbread Lightened
Take your cornbread game to the next level with *Paula Deen's Mexican Cornbread Lightened*! This health-conscious twist on a classic Southern favorite delivers bold flavors with fewer calories. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal, low-fat buttermilk, and unsweetened applesauce, it’s a moist, fluffy bake that doesn’t skimp on taste. Cream-style corn, shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, and a touch of diced jalapeños add irresistible texture and heat, while egg whites and nonstick cooking spray keep it lightened up. Perfect as a side dish for chili, soups, or barbecues, this easy recipe comes together in under an hour and serves eight, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Elevate your table with this flavorful, wholesome cornbread that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 quarter cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Canned cream-style corn
- 0.5 cup Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños
- 0 Nonstick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Stir well to combine the dry ingredients.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the low-fat buttermilk, egg whites, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5
Fold in the cream-style corn, low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, and diced jalapeños until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before slicing into squares or wedges. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1077.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1594.4 |
| Total Fat 15.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 30.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5216.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 306.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.0g | |
| Protein 58.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 127.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 724.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1257.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories