Apple Cornbread
User Reviews
4.7
Apple Cornbread
Description
Apple Cornbread brings together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and sweet grated apples to form a lightly sweetened quick bread. The combination of baking powder and baking soda ensures the bread rises evenly, resulting in a soft, tender interior. Melted butter and whole milk enrich the batter, contributing to moistness and flavor. Baking the batter in a greased 8x8 square pan at 400ºF yields a golden crust while keeping the center soft. This cornbread is best served warm, allowing the apple's sweetness to complement its rustic texture.
The addition of apples introduces natural moisture and subtle fruitiness, distinguishing this cornbread from plain varieties. The use of both chemical leaveners provides reliable rise and lightness. Its balanced sweetness fits well with savory meals or as a comforting snack.
Leftover cornbread should be stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness. The recipe notes highlight the preference for whole milk for optimal taste and texture, though 2% milk can be substituted if needed. Serving it in 9 squares aligns with the calorie estimates provided.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cornmeal 127 grams
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 100 grams
- 1 teaspoon baking powder 5 grams
- 1 teaspoon baking soda 5 grams
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 grams
- 2 tablespoons sugar 28 grams
- 1 large egg slightly beaten
- 3/4 cup whole milk 6 ounces
- 3/4 cup apple 132 grams, sweet, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons butter 1 ounce, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400º Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, combine the corn meal, flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
- Add beaten egg, milk and melted butter.
- Stir until well blended.
- Fold in the shredded apples.
- Pour batter into a greased 8x8 square pan.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the center is cooked through and it is golden brown.
- Serve warm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
- Whole milk is recommended for best texture and taste, with 2% milk as a suitable alternative.
- Cut the cornbread into 9 pieces for even servings matching calorie estimates.
- Store leftover cornbread in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
- Calorie information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredient brands used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 148kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 234mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 145IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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