Description
Sweet Cornbread is a comforting, moist, and naturally sweet side dish made with simple natural ingredients. It features sweet corn kernels, plant-based dairy, and a natural gelling agent to create a tender, golden treat perfect for any time of day. This versatile recipe pairs well with soups, salads, or can be enjoyed on its own as a cozy snack. Easy to make, it offers balanced sweetness and a golden crust with a soft crumb inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal (yellow or white)
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based dairy (milk or yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Optional
- 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven and Prepare the Pan: Begin by heating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and greasing an 8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to ensure even distribution for balanced flavor and proper rising.
- Mix Wet Ingredients Separately: In a separate bowl, blend plant-based dairy, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and natural gelling agent until well combined to add moisture and depth.
- Fold Wet Into Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the cornbread tender and light. If using fresh corn kernels, fold them in carefully now.
- Bake Until Golden: Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top turns golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let it cool slightly before slicing to maintain perfect texture.
Notes
- Measure flour and cornmeal accurately to avoid dryness or dense texture.
- Stir batter just until dry ingredients are moistened to keep crumb light and fluffy.
- Fresh corn kernels add sweetness and texture that canned or frozen cannot match.
- Ensure oven temperature is well-calibrated for even baking and golden crust.
- Allow cornbread to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing to improve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Sweet Cornbread, Moist Cornbread, Plant-based Cornbread, Easy Cornbread Recipe, Gluten Free Cornbread