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Golden squares of baked cornbread sitting on top of parchment paper with small bits of crumb around.
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Cornbread made with Masa Harina (dairy-free)

This gluten-free, dairy-free cornbread made with Masa Harina has a delicious flavor and is easier on the digestive system. Masa Harina has a delicious flavor, and it's easier on the digestive tract.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dairy-Free, gluten free
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet or Pie Pan or 8x8 square pan
  • Mixing bowl and whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Masa Harina I use organic
  • 1 cup Gluten-free flour mix I used this one or Sub Blanched Almond Flour
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tbsp Oil melted coconut oil, avocado oil, or melted ghee
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp Sea salt
  • 2 tbsp Sugar or Honey

Dairy-Free "Buttermilk"

  • 1 cup Dairy-free "milk" I use unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar or any vinegar

Instructions

Dairy-Free "buttermilk"

  • Add 1 tsp vinegar to 1 cup of milk and set aside.

For the Cornbread

  • Mix masa harina, almond flour or gluten-free flour, sea salt, sugar, and baking powder and mix until combined.
  • Next, add egg, oil, and mix in the buttermilk mixture. Mix until just combined.
  • If using a cast-iron pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and place in the preheated oven until it melts. Next, add the cornbread batter, smooth the top, and bake at 400 degrees for 25-28 minutes.
  • Alternative: Use a greased pie pan, or an 8x8 pan lined with parchment, add the cornbread batter and bake at 400 degrees for 25-28 minutes.