Description
A cozy, moist, and slightly sweet twist on traditional cornbread, made with roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect as a side for chili, soups, or holiday meals.
Ingredients
1 cup mashed roasted sweet potato (from about 1 large sweet potato)
1 cup cornmeal
3/4 cup flour (all-purpose, whole wheat, or a gluten-free blend)
1/4 cup unrefined sugar (such as coconut sugar or regular brown sugar)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/4 cup oil (or unsweetened applesauce for oil-free)
1 cup milk of choice (almond, soy, oat, etc.)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
Optional: 1/2 cup corn kernels or chopped pecans for texture
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- In a separate bowl, whisk the mashed sweet potato with milk, vinegar, and oil or applesauce until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in corn or pecans if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with maple syrup, vegan butter, or alongside hearty dishes like chili.
Notes
For a spicy version, add a pinch of cayenne or chopped jalapeños.
Fold in corn kernels or pecans for added texture.
Replace oil with applesauce for an oil-free version.
Use a gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free.
To make ahead, bake and store covered at room temp or refrigerate. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg