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.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with the 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 cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm on its own, or with a smear of light butter or honey, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(792.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1655.1

Total Fat 18.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 235.1mg	0%
Sodium 2759.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 121.1g
Protein 44.2g	0%

Vitamin D 143.8IU	0%
Calcium 372.0mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 882.5mg	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: 9.7%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 79.9%