Paula Deen's Quick Corn Light Bread Cornbread Recipe

Paula Deen's famous cornbread gets a healthy makeover! This lighter version retains all the delicious, crumbly texture you crave, but with a few clever tweaks for a guilt-free indulgence. Perfect as a side dish for any meal or enjoyed on its own.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 318.6 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Paula Deen's Quick Corn Light Bread Cornbread

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How to Make Paula Deen's Quick Corn Light Bread Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with melted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk (or milk and vinegar mixture), and vegetable oil.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for a few minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

86g

Fat

9g

Carbs

16g

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