February 1, 2016

Light and Fluffy Cornbread

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Irresistible and easy, this light and fluffy cornbread will not disappoint! Made with whole wheat flour, honey and almond milk, it’s the perfect side to just about any meal. Dairy free, vegetarian and freezer-friendly.

Two pieces of Light and Fluffy Cornbread on white plates with more pieces in the background.

With winter weather in full swing, I am going to go ahead and declare that it is essential that you have an outrageously good and super easy cornbread recipe in your arsenal.

I mean, we have lots of chili and soup to consume in the coming months, yes?

So today, we talk this light and fluffy honey cornbread!

To make a long story semi-short, I have a cornbread muffin base that I use all the time (which I also still need to share here).

But for some ridiculous reason I decided a few weeks ago that cornbread muffins were absolutely not going to cut it and that I had to have cornbread squares to go with our chili. 

A few slight modifications and a handful of batches later, I present to you my new go-to cornbread. Because squares = coolness. Obviously.

And also, because, laziness. Just dump the batter in a pan and bake … no scooping into muffin tins. I told you, lazy.

Two pieces of Light Fluffy Cornbread on white plates.

About This Light And Fluffy Cornbread

As you may already be able to tell from the name, this cornbread is so light and so fluffy. Not at all dense or heavy, yet perfectly moist.

Lightly sweetened with some honey (but still totally on the savory side) … filled with some whole wheat flour for a slight touch of nuttiness and to pump up the nutrition … it’s hard not to fall in love with.

It’s definitely plain and not jazzed up or filled with goodies, but in a very very good way. Classic, if you will. For use with anything and everything.

And did I mention that it’s freezer-friendly?

I just can’t get enough. ♡ Hence the two batches currently sitting in my freezer … for a cornbread emergency. It could totally happen.

A piece of Fluffy Cornbread slathered with butter on a white plate.

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Irresistible and easy, this light and fluffy cornbread recipe will not disappoint! Made with whole wheat flour, honey and almond milk!

Light and Fluffy Cornbread

Yield: 1 (8x8 inch) pan cornbread
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Irresistible and easy, this light and fluffy cornbread will not disappoint! Made with whole wheat flour, honey and almond milk, it’s the perfect side to just about any meal. Dairy free, vegetarian and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fine ground yellow cornmeal
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white whole wheat flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup grapeseed oil*
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¾ cup unsweetened plain almond milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper (cutting a large enough piece so that it hangs over the edges on two sides). Spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, both types of flour, the baking powder and salt.
  3. In another medium bowl, whisk together the egg, oil, honey and milk. Add to the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes untouched.
  4. Give the batter a very light stir, then transfer to the preparing baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for about 15 to 17 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
  6. Place the pan on a wire rack and let cool completely. Use the parchment overhang to lift out of the pan. Cut into squares.

Notes

*Another neutral oil can also be substituted for the grapeseed oil. If you choose to use coconut oil, make sure you melt it first and then measure out the ⅓ cup - otherwise you may use too much. Additionally, let it cool slightly before using.

I would encourage you to stick with white whole wheat flour (and not regular whole wheat flour) for this recipe. It helps keep the bread nice and light.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 116Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 150mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 2g

Nutrition data shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.

© Ashley / Cook Nourish Bliss
Cuisine: American / Category: Side Dish
Breads, Dairy Free, Freezer-Friendly, Game Day, Recipes (ALL), Side Dish, Soy Free, Vegetarian
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