Flavorful Skillet Cornbread
This delicious and healthy skillet cornbread is a delightful addition to any meal. Perfectly golden and slightly sweet, it captures the essence of traditional cornbread while remaining light and low in points. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this recipe incorporates low-fat buttermilk for a rich and moist texture. It's baked in a hot cast-iron skillet to create a satisfying crust while keeping the inside tender and fluffy. Enjoy it as a side dish or as a snack with a touch of honey or butter. This recipe makes 10 generous servings, each with just 3 Weight Watchers points, making it a guilt-free treat for everyone!
10
Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
yellow cornmeal
1.5 cups
all-purpose flour
3/4 cup
baking powder
2 teaspoons
baking soda
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
low-fat buttermilk
2 cups
vegetable oil
1.5 tablespoons
large egg
1 (lightly beaten)
large egg whites
2 (lightly beaten)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat up.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the low-fat buttermilk, vegetable oil, lightly beaten egg, and egg whites until smooth.
4
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently until just blended; do not overmix.
5
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Immediately pour the cornbread batter into the hot skillet.
6
Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cornbread is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7
Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the cornbread cool slightly before cutting it into wedges. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
4g
Fat
24g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flavorful Skillet Cornbread?
It is a healthy, golden, and slightly sweet cornbread made in a cast-iron skillet.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 150 calories.
How many Weight Watchers points is this recipe?
This recipe is 3 Weight Watchers points per serving.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
What size skillet is needed?
A 10-inch cast-iron skillet is required for this recipe.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 10 generous servings.
What are the main dry ingredients?
The dry ingredients include yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
What type of milk is used?
The recipe uses low-fat buttermilk for a rich and moist texture.
Does this recipe use whole eggs?
It uses one whole large egg and two large egg whites.
What kind of oil is used?
1.5 tablespoons of vegetable oil are used in this recipe.
How long does it take to bake?
The cornbread bakes for approximately 20 minutes.
How do I know when the cornbread is done?
It is done when it is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Why do I heat the skillet in the oven?
Heating the skillet helps create a satisfying crust on the cornbread.
Is this recipe high in fat?
No, it contains only 4g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in a serving?
There are 6g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving has 24g of carbohydrates.
Can I overmix the batter?
No, you should stir gently until just blended to avoid overmixing.
What should I use to prevent the cornbread from sticking?
Coat the hot skillet with cooking spray before pouring in the batter.
How should the cornbread be served?
It is best served warm, cut into wedges, perhaps with honey or butter.
Is this cornbread sweet or savory?
It captures the essence of traditional cornbread and is described as slightly sweet.
What type of cornmeal is used?
The recipe calls for yellow cornmeal.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
No, it contains all-purpose flour which contains gluten.
Can I eat this as a snack?
Yes, it can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a snack.
What is the texture of the cornbread?
The inside is tender and fluffy while the outside has a satisfying crust.
Does the recipe contain salt?
Yes, it uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What leavening agents are used?
It uses both baking powder and baking soda.
How much cornmeal is needed?
The recipe requires 1.5 cups of yellow cornmeal.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour.
Should the eggs be beaten?
Yes, the egg and egg whites should be lightly beaten before whisking with other wet ingredients.
What is the first step of the instructions?
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside to heat up.