Sweet Potato and Sage Cornbread

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Sweet Potato and Sage Cornbread

A moist cornbread infused with the sweetness of sweet potatoes and the earthiness of sage, a quintessential American side dish perfect for holidays or family gatherings.

šŸ½ļø Side Dish šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.8/5 (722 reviews)
ā±ļø
30m
Prep
šŸ”„
40m
Cook
āŒ›
70m
Total
šŸ‘„
6
Serves
šŸ”„
420
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2/3 cups cups Granulated Sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups cups All-purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 cups cups Cornmeal
  • 1 tsp tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp tsp Salt
  • 1 cup cups Lactose-Free Milk
  • 1 1/2 ea Large Eggs
  • 2 cups cups Grated Sweet Potatoes
  • 1/4 cup tbsp Unsalted Butter, Melted
  • 2 tbsp tbsp Sage Leaves, Chopped
  • 1/4 tsp tsp Black Pepper

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Stir in grated sweet potatoes and chopped sage leaves.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Combine the two mixtures and stir until just combined.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Slice and serve warm.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Garnish with additional sage leaves if desired.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

To ensure crispy edges and a moist center, don't overmix the batter.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

420
Calories
12g
Protein
70g
Carbs
20g
Fat
4g
Fiber
24g
Sugar
450mg
Sodium
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