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🌽Mexican Muscle Cornbread
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🌽Mexican Muscle Cornbread

Discover the delightful flavors of Mexican Muscle Cornbread, a nutritious twist on a classic dish that's perfect for any meal. With a combination of creamy ingredients like Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, this cornbread is not only moist but also packed with protein. Baked to perfection at 350°F, it makes an excellent side dish or a standalone snack. Enjoy a slice of this healthy cornbread that balances savory corn and zesty green chiles, all while keeping you energized and satisfied. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

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    30 gram - @Avocado Oil

    cuts saturated fat and calories

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    120 gram - @Greek Yogurt Non-Fat
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    100 gram - @Splenda
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    2 each - @Large Egg
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    130 gram - @Egg Whites
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    425 gram - @Creamed Corn
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    60 gram - @Green Chilis

    chopped

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    56 gram - @Cheese - Mexican Blend Shredded
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    120 gram - @Cottage Cheese Fat Free

    Adds moisture and slow-digesting casein protein for muscle repair.

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    50 gram - @Oat Flour

    Increased fiber

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    80 gram - @Cornmeal Yellow
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    60 gram - @Whey Concentrate - Unflavored

    Boost Protein

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    16 gram - @Baking Powder
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    1.5 gram - @Salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together avocado oil, Greek yogurt, and Splenda until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and egg whites, beating until fully combined.
  4. Stir in creamed corn, green chiles, cheese, and cottage cheese.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix oat flour, cornmeal, whey protein, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined — do not overmix.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Info (Approx):

Nutrient Amount
Calories 280 kcal
Protein 26g
Carbohydrates 20g
Sugar 4g
Fat 9g
Fiber 4g
Sodium 360mg

Recipe Info

Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:40 min
Total Time:55 min
Servings:6
Difficulty:Easy