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Keto cornbread that is just as good as the real thing, but grain free. Only 1 net carb per serving and perfect for chilli, soups, and stews.

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Every true southerner loves cornbread! And most southerners have a preferred style of cornbread. Some folks like it dry and crumbly. Others like it moist. (I’m sorry for that word but sometimes you just gotta) I love my cornbread, slightly sweet and cake-y!

Since corn is obviously NOT part of a ketogenic diet, I’ve been on the search for the perfect low carb replica.

I’ve tried a couple of other grain free cornbread recipes but none of them really satisfied the craving. So, I experimented on my own and finally nailed one down that will be perfect this fall with soups, chilis, and bacon and eggs.

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Is Cornbread Keto friendly?

The traditional cornbread is made from cornmeal which is basically corn flour. Cornmeal is NOT keto friendly, with 120g of net carbs per cup. Traditional cornbread also contains buttermilk, eggs and sugar. It is therefore very high in carbs which makes it not suitable for keto diet. But you can make cornbread keto friendly (and equally delicious!) if you follow my recipe.

Can I Use Almond Flour Instead of Cornmeal?

The best substitute for cornmeal is almond flour. It has a similar texture. It also adds a slightly nutty flavor to the cornbread which makes it delicious without changing up too many ingredients.

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How to Make Cornbread in a Cast Iron Skillet?

I’ve recently come to LOVE baking this cornbread in a piping hot cast iron skillet. The cast iron skillet gives you the best crispy bottom. I use a small skillet, about 6 inches in diameter, when I bake my bread. but the secret (or maybe it’s not a secret) is to heat up your cast iron skillet in the oven as the oven comes to temperature. Pull it out when the oven is hot, add a pat of butter, your batter, and bake until golden brown. Mine takes about 20 minutes.

You should serve it with a big bowl of my 1st Place Chiliand eat your little low carb heart out!

Can I Make Keto Cornbread Muffins?

If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, you can still make it using a simple 8″x8″ square dish but my favorite is to make keto cornbread as muffins. Follow the same recipe steps and bake your muffins at the same temperature of 400 degrees.

Variations on this Keto Cornbread Recipe

Making keto cornbread is very easy and doesn’t require any weird ingredients! You can play with this recipe and add in your favorite mix-ins. I’ve seen people add jalapeños, cheese, garlic, and ranch mix. There’s a reason this cornbread went viral on Instagram! Just sayin’…

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How to store cornbread?

You can store keto cornbread in an air tight container for up to one week. It can also be frozen for 3 months. When you want to eat some simply remove it from the freezer, put it in the fridge overnight to thaw and microwave it until warm!

Prefer a sweet cornbread? Check out my Maple Bacon Cornbread

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Keto Cornbread

Anna Hunley

Keto cornbread that is just as good as the real thing, but grain free! At only 1NC per serving, your soup and chili won’t be lonely this fall!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 13 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Course Sides

Servings 12 servings

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.25 cups almond flour
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. If using a cast iron skillet, place the well seasoned skillet in the oven while it heats up and remove when the oven is at temperature. If making muffins, like a muffin pan with 8 liners, sprayed with cooking spray.

  • Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl.

  • Add the wet ingredients to the bowl and whisk until combined. It is okay if there are lumps.

  • Add the batter to either the hot skillet or the muffin tins.

  • For skillet cornbread, bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. For muffins, bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

  • Store in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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Notes

If you make this in a cast iron skillet, cut into 8 to 12 even slices upon cooling. The macros would be adjusted for 8 slices as follows: 224 cal | 20g F | 3.6g C | 1.9g Fi | 8.7g P

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2.4gProtein: 5.8gFat: 13.4gFiber: 1.3g

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FAQs

What is a keto substitute for cornmeal? ›

Almond and coconut flours are substituted for the traditional cornmeal and wheat flours, which are not permitted flours on the keto diet. But the texture is surprisingly similar, even without the wheat and carbs.

What is the best tasting keto bread? ›

The SOLA Sweet & Buttery Keto-Friendly Bread is our top pick because it is light, fluffy, and contains only 2 grams of net carbs per slice. If you want to try your hand at making your own bread, just add olive oil and yeast to the Scotty's Everyday Keto Bread Zero Carb Mix for a fresh loaf.

Is there any bread without carbs? ›

A typical slice of cloud bread has zero carbs, 36 calories, and 2 grams each of fat and protein. Use it in place of English muffins, burger buns, sandwich bread, and more.

Is gluten free bread the same as keto bread? ›

Ketosis forces your body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates. Being relatively high in carbohydrates and low in fat, the macronutrient split of both regular and gluten-free breads is the opposite of what is considered keto-friendly. Thus, in general, most gluten-free bread isn't suitable for a keto diet.

What is a good substitute for cornmeal in cornbread? ›

There are some additional foods you can use in place of cornmeal. If you don't have any of the options above, you can consider ground oats, masa harina, bread crumbs, ground flaxseed, polenta flour, smashed cornflakes, homemade cornmeal, or hominy grits.

What can I use instead of cornmeal for the bottom of bread? ›

Consider oats, seeds, or crushed Corn Flakes

If you don't have cornmeal (or don't like it), these unusual ingredients will totally work: rolled oats, seeds (hi, everything bagel seasoning), or cereals like crushed Corn Flakes.

Does keto bread spike blood sugar? ›

Key Takeaways. Keto bread is good for people with diabetes. Since it has a lower carb, higher fiber, and protein, it may help stabilize blood sugar levels. Due to keto bread's higher protein and fiber content, it has a low glycemic index, resulting in less post-meal blood sugar response.

Is Aunt Millie's carb smart bread keto friendly? ›

Live Carb Smart®. That was our intent when we started and remains our intent today; to provide consumers with the best carb counting option available in the bread aisle. Our bread might be a great fit if you are following a Keto lifestyle or Keto diet.

Is cream cheese keto? ›

Cream cheese: Cream cheese is very popular in the keto diet. At only 84 calories per 1 ounce serving, it has 1 gram of carbs and 2 grams of protein but packs 8 grams of fat per serving. It can be a keto-friendly snack or meal addition when more fat is needed.

Does toasting bread lower the carbs? ›

Does toast have different nutritional value than bread? Although the chemical reaction when toasting bread does break down carbohydrates and reduce the water content of bread, the nutritional value of toast does not differ significantly from bread.

How many slices of keto bread can I eat per day? ›

You can, maybe a slice or two here and there, but you ideally don't want to be eating too much of it. This is because a keto diet involves eating minimal carbs; less than 50g a day. However, a slice of bread contains around 20g of carbs, which is quite a chunk of your daily carbohydrate allocation.

Is sourdough bread keto? ›

A standard sourdough loaf is made from two simple ingredients, flour and water – or three, if you add salt. So standard sourdough isn't keto, because standard, all-purpose flour is made from grain (usually wheat), meaning it's high-carb . Therefore, anyone following a strict ketogenic diet should avoid it.

Is keto anti-inflammatory? ›

The keto diet, in a sense, stresses the body initially, which sparks a protective response much like exercise does to muscles. As a result, it reduces inflammation , oxidative stress , and sensitivity within the nervous system— all of which can help with managing chronic pain.

Can almond flour replace corn meal? ›

Replicating the fine texture of ground cornmeal, almond flour makes a great gluten-free alternative. With its sweeter flavor, it's best used for sweet dishes like cookies and cakes, where it gives a wonderfully crumbly texture, just as corn meal does.

Can I use cornstarch instead of cornmeal? ›

Although they come from the same plant, cornmeal and cornstarch have distinct properties and purposes in the kitchen, so you unfortunately can't substitute cornmeal for cornstarch. One of the best substitutes for cornmeal is semolina, a protein-rich durum wheat flour with a similar texture.

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