Apple Cornbread Recipe

Sweet, moist, and utterly irresistible! This Apple Cornbread recipe puts a delicious twist on a classic, featuring tender cornbread infused with juicy apples. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful side dish, this family favorite has been cherished for years. Dice apples finely for a subtle sweetness, or leave them chunky for bursts of fruity flavor. Add cinnamon for an extra warm spice kick – ideal for morning meals! Get ready to experience cornbread like never before!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 215.2 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Apple Cornbread

  • 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • Not used in recipe
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

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How to Make Apple Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the diced apples and optional cinnamon.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

11g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Cornbread?

Apple Cornbread takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Cornbread?

Apple Cornbread has approximately 215.2 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Cornbread?

The key ingredients for Apple Cornbread are Cornmeal, Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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