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Blueberry Cornbread (with lemon)

Published: Sep 16, 2016 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Oct 26, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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If you are looking for something quick to make ahead and throw in the kids lunch box for a morning snack/breakfast or dessert, this Blueberry Cornbread recipe is the one for you.

Blueberry Cornbread | southern - foodmeanderings.com

Cornbread is elevated to an entirely new level with frozen blueberries and lemon zest added to the batter! And if you love cornbread, try my Cranberry Cornbread Muffins!

🥘Ingredients

For the homemade cornbread recipe, you'll need:

  • blueberries - frozen or fresh blueberries
  • all-purpose flour
  • yellow cornmeal *use fine or medium ground
  • light brown sugar
  • lemon zest
  • baking powder
  • large eggs
  • milk *I use 1%
  • vegetable oil * I use canola
Blueberry cornbread | southern recipe - foodmeanderings.com

📖Variations & Substitutions

Blueberry Cornbread is one of my favorite dessert/snack/breakfast recipes because it's so quick and easy to put together. I also use frozen blueberries because I always have frozen blueberries on hand. Nor do I have to worry about them going bad and frozen fruits are a great way to save money (especially in baking.) I don't even notice a difference between the fresh and the frozen blueberries. You can simply do a straight substitution.

  • Blueberries - you can use frozen or fresh
  • Brown sugar- you can use light or dark brown sugar
  • Milk - you can use 1%, 2% or homogenized milk
  • Vegetable oil - you can use canola or any type of vegetable oil

👪 Serving Size

This recipe makes 12 servings/squares of blueberry cornbread. However, you can double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust. You'll just need additional pans. If you double the recipe, you can make it in a 9X13 pan.

🍽Equipment

You'll need the usual mixing bowls, spoons, spatulas and a whisk (affiliate link). A lot of recipes use a cast iron skillet to make cornbread (which you can use), but I prefer to simply use a 8X8 cake pan. (affiliate link). You could also use a 9 inch baking pan. This way it can be divided nicely into square pieces that fit perfectly in the lunch bag! 

🌡️Storage

Store this easy blueberry cornbread in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. It can be frozen for up to 3 months in a sealed container or Ziplock freezer bag.

If you are looking for a lighter version of Blueberry Cornbread, give my Weight Watcher's Friendly Healthy & Light Blueberry Cornbread a try! I reduced the WW points from 9 WW points to 5 WW points (on my plan) and my kids said they actually liked the lighter version better!

Healthy Blueberry Cornbread | light

We are up and out the door relatively early and my kids don't always want to eat breakfast. I am in love with this blueberry cornmeal recipe not only because it's portable, but it's something that they can eat at any point in the morning for a breakfast, snack, on the way to the bus or a dessert at lunch. It's also quick, easy, you can make it ahead, freeze it and then throw it in the lunch bag the night before.

So, if you are looking for a delicious sweet cornbread, give this one a try!

Enjoy!

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📋 Blueberry Cornbread Recipe

Cornbread is elevated to an entirely new level by adding frozen blueberries and lemon zest to the batter ! It's great for the kids' (or adults) lunch box for a morning snack/breakfast or dessert!
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: North American, southern
Keyword: blueberry, cornbread, lemon
Special Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 213kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups blueberries- frozen
  • 1 cup + 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour (set aside 1 tablespoon for blueberries)
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400° and spray an 8-inch square baking pan or a cake pan with non- stick cooking spray.
  • Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and set aside.
  • Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Stir with a whisk to evenly combine ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix just until dry ingredients are moistened. Gently fold in blueberries. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting. Serve warm or cold. 

Notes

 
Nutrition Facts
📋 Blueberry Cornbread Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 14mg5%
Sodium 62mg3%
Potassium 201mg6%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 55IU1%
Vitamin C 1.8mg2%
Calcium 70mg7%
Iron 1.1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 27g (9%) | Protein: 3g (6%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Cholesterol: 14mg (5%) | Sodium: 62mg (3%) | Potassium: 201mg (6%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 8g (9%) | Vitamin A: 55IU (1%) | Vitamin C: 1.8mg (2%) | Calcium: 70mg (7%) | Iron: 1.1mg (6%)
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  1. The Novice

    October 19, 2018 at 2:07 am

    I never would have thought about pairing blueberries with cornbread, but this looks and sounds so good!

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    • Terri Gilson

      October 19, 2018 at 6:02 am

      Yes, it really works! 🙂

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