CRANBERRY-CORNMEAL QUICK BREAD

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This is my revised version of a recipe given to me by a friend that was loaded with a lot of fat and sugar. This is a lot healthier and tastes wonderful.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup medium-grind whole grain cornmeal or 1 cup regular cornmeal
1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/4 cups nonfat milk (soured with 2-3 tsp of lemon juice)
1/4 cup heart healthy margarine, melted
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup (E.D. Smith brand will have 16g sugar in 1/2 a cup)
1/2 cup egg white (or 2 large eggs if you wish)
1/2 teaspoon maple extract (or up to a tsp depending on how strong to would like the flavor to be)
3/4 cup chopped pecans, plus
10 pecan halves (to garnish)
2/3 cup unsweetened dried cranberries (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F.
  • Spray 9x5x3-inch metal loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  • Whisk both flours, cornmeal, Splenda, salt, and baking powder in large bowl.
  • Whisk buttermilk, melted margarine, maple syrup, egg whites, and extract in medium bowl.
  • Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; stir just until blended.
  • Stir in chopped pecans and the cranberries. Spoon batter into pan.
  • Arrange pecan halves in row down center of batter.
  • Bake bread until top is golden brown and a tester inserted into center of bread comes out clean, tenting bread loosely with foil if browning too quickly, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 20 minutes. Turn out onto rack; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.8, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 0.6, Sodium 497.1, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 7.1

Kainat Nazeer ahmed
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it! It's a great bread for breakfast or brunch. I will definitely be making it again.


JANIYA Rolle
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This bread is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the way the cranberries and cornmeal complement each other. It's the perfect bread for a fall day.


TAnne
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for a fall potluck or party. I love the way the cranberries add a pop of color and flavor to the bread.


Donnell Mhungira
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This bread is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the cranberries and cornmeal bake together. It's the perfect bread for a quick breakfast or snack.


Unlucky Man666
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I made this bread for my Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making it again next year.


Rares Rst
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This bread is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of cranberries and cornmeal. It's the perfect bread for a fall day.


Kailey Leal
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I've tried many cranberry cornbread recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love that it's made with fresh cranberries, too.


pikimin456
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This bread is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. I love the way the cranberries and cornmeal complement each other. It's the perfect bread for any occasion.


megan drennon
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it! It's a great bread for breakfast or brunch. I will definitely be making it again.


Gaz Towner
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This bread is delicious! I love the combination of cranberries, cornmeal, and walnuts. It's the perfect bread for a fall day.


brodie melendrez
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for a quick breakfast or snack. I love that it's made with whole wheat flour and cornmeal, so it's a bit healthier than traditional quick breads.


Sajedur Rahman Sobuj
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This is my new favorite quick bread recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the tartness of the cranberries and the sweetness of the cornmeal. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Ambrose Praise
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Shah Saab
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This bread is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of cranberries and cornmeal. It's the perfect bread for a fall brunch or afternoon snack.


Chiefe Adaobi
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this bread was to make. I've never worked with cornmeal before, but the recipe was very clear and easy to follow. The bread turned out perfectly and was a big hit with my family. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Alvin Bridgewater
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This cranberry cornmeal bread is a delightful treat! The combination of tart cranberries and sweet cornmeal is a perfect balance of flavors. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a slightly