Best 5 Sweet Country Cornbread Lighter Recipes

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Looking for a delicious Southern treat that's easy on the waistline? Look no further than Sweet Country Cornbread (Lightened Up)! This classic dish has been given a makeover with wholesome ingredients like whole-wheat flour and Greek yogurt, resulting in a lighter, healthier version that doesn't compromise on flavor.

In this article, we'll guide you through two delightful variations of this cornbread recipe: a traditional skillet cornbread and a fluffy muffin version. Both recipes are packed with sweet corn kernels and kissed with honey for a touch of natural sweetness. These cornbreads are not only perfect for everyday meals but also make excellent accompaniments to your favorite BBQ dishes or hearty soups. Get ready to savor the goodness of lightened-up cornbread without sacrificing any of its classic charm.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET COUNTRY CORNBREAD - GOLD MEDAL FLOUR



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You can use yellow, white or blue cornmeal to make this classic cornbread.

Provided by General Mills

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 egg
1 1/4 cups yellow, white or blue cornmeal
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottom and side of round pan, 9x1 1/2 inches, or square pan, 8x8x2 inches.
  • Beat milk, butter and egg in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients all at once just until flour is moistened (batter will be lumpy). Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Not all cornmeal is yellow! It can also be white or blue, depending on the type of corn it came from.
  • To ensure recipe success if using a vegetable oil spread, use a spread with at least 65% vegetable oil.
  • Rise to the occasion! If using self-rising flour, there is no need to add baking powder and salt.
  • If you prefer corn muffins, grease just the bottoms of 12 regular-size muffin cups, or place paper baking cups in muffin cups. Fill about 3/4 full with batter.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SWEET CORNBREAD



Sweet Cornbread image

For all those cornbread lovers who want a cross between cornbread and cake, this is it -- a tender, sweet cornbread that is lovely and versatile. Enjoy it with a holiday meal or serve it with berries and whipped cream for a light dessert.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for buttering the pan
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the pan (see Cook's Note)
1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup buttermilk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and lightly flour a 9-inch cake pan. Be sure to remove any excess flour from the pan.
  • Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together 8 tablespoons of the butter with the buttermilk, eggs and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Pour the butter mixture into the cornmeal mixture and stir until thoroughly combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until a cake tester comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes before removing from the pan. Mix the honey and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter together in a small bowl, then spread all over the top of the cornbread to finish. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

SWEET COUNTRY CORNBREAD



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Make and share this Sweet Country Cornbread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 egg
1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal (or can use white or blue instead)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF. Grease bottom and side of round pan, 9x1 1/2 inches, or square pan, 8x8x2 inches.
  • Beat milk, butter and egg in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients all at once just until flour is moistened (batter will be lumpy). Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 46, Sodium 353, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 12.7, Protein 5

SOUTHERN COUNTRY CORNBREAD



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Watching my grandpa make cornbread over the years I am now soo sad I never asked him for the recipe, that and his biscuits are now lost forever, I am trying to recreate them and this is the closest I've come to the cornbread. Though it is nowhere near what he made. It is a tweaking of several recipes and of what I remember, and do not add sugar!! I will cry if anyone does!!

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 1 pan, 5-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons shortening (I use crisco butter flavor, or bacon drippings are awesome, too!)
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°.
  • Put the shortening in a cast-iron skillet and place in the oven till melted.
  • Combine the cornmeal and flour. In seperate bowl whisk eggs until foamy then whisk in buttermilk. Add the rest of the dry ingredients to the cornmeal mixture.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients. Mix should be pourable. Take the hot skillet from the oven, pour the batter into the hot pan directly onto the melted hot shortening, this is what makes it sooo yummy!.
  • Place back in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown or when knife inserted in center comes out clean.

SWEET CORNBREAD CAKE



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This is a thick, sweet cornbread that tastes like you are eating cake. This is a no-fail recipe, you can't go wrong! If there are any leftovers, we have the cornbread the next day for breakfast served with honey and butter.

Provided by myfoursonsks

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cornmeal
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup melted butter
2 tablespoons honey
4 eggs, beaten
2 ½ cups whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Stir together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Pour in the vegetable oil, melted butter, honey, beaten eggs, and milk, and stir just to moisten.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the top of the cornbread starts to brown and show cracks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.7 calories, Carbohydrate 61.1 g, Cholesterol 80.6 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 519.1 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornmeal for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cornmeal, you can use stone-ground cornmeal instead.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cornbread tough.
  • Bake the cornbread in a hot oven. This will help it rise and create a crispy crust.
  • Let the cornbread cool slightly before serving. This will help it hold together better.
  • Serve the cornbread with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include butter, honey, maple syrup, and chili.

Conclusion:

Sweet country cornbread is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be adapted to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet or savory, there's a sweet country cornbread recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give sweet country cornbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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