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Cinnamon Coconut Cornbread

Dairy-free and Wheat-free

Cornbread goes great with Chili or BBQ. This is a dairy free and wheat free (no use of flour) recipe. Our child is being tested for some possible dairy and wheat allergies. 90 days of dairy and wheat elimination can be a challenge when trying to plan meals for a family who don’t all have the same allergy concerns. We wanted a corn bread side that was safe for our young one but also enjoyable for everyone and anyone.

No Dairy or Wheat in this Cornbread - Is that possible?

Wheat flour tends to produce a softer, lighter texture compared to cornmeal alone. The gluten in wheat flour contributes to a more tender crumb and a smoother mouthfeel.

However, many southern cornbread’s are actually comprised of only cornmeal. We take inspiration from this style.

While cornbread made solely with cornmeal tends to have a coarser texture and a crumblier consistency, and may be denser, we are able to add moisture back with the use of creamy coconut milk combined with rich coconut oil. 

This style of cornbread is more rustic in appearance and very heart. The coconut components give a great brightness provide plenty of moisture.




Cornbread representation in the US

Cornbread varies significantly across different regions of the United States. 

Southern cornbread typically contains cornmeal, buttermilk, eggs, baking powder, salt, and sometimes a small amount of sugar. It is often made with white cornmeal or a combination of white and yellow cornmeal.

Northern cornbread often includes a higher proportion of wheat flour compared to Southern cornbread. It may also contain sugar or honey for added sweetness.

Southwestern/Mexican cornbread often incorporates additional ingredients such as diced green chilies, cheese, corn kernels, or jalapeños for a spicy kick. It may also include ingredients like cilantro or cumin for added flavor.
The inclusion of cheese or other mix-ins can create pockets of flavor throughout the bread.

The cinnamon and sugar were some late additions on this recipe, and I’m very glad we made them. The cinnamon adds a great fragrant element that uplifts the dish. We opted to use some Vietnamese system from our local Costco.  It tends to be a sweeter cinnamon and works wonderfully in baking.

Really doesn’t get much quicker then this. Measure the dry and wet ingredients. Mix. Pour. Bake for 20 min at 450F.

Enjoy in some southern style comfort!

The skillet is coated in a generous layer of olive oil.  Bake for 10 min at 450F and finish with a quick broil if the top is not quite golden enough.  

We served this up with dinner with some vegan butter for the young one and some pats of salted cream butter for the rest of us.  Drizzled with some Door County cherry honey from our recent excursion to norther Wisconsin.  
The cornbread is fragrant and flavorful on its own, but the butter and honey give that extra moisture and pair so well with the cornbread that I almost declare them essential additions!

Cinnamon Coconut Cornbread - (Dairy-free Wheat-free)

Quick and simple cornbread that removes the need for dairy and doesn't use wheat flour
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 8 slices

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Corn meal
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 4 tbps coconut oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450F
  • In a large bowl mix corn meal, kosher salt, baking powder, sugar and cinnamon
  • In a smaller bowl mix coconut oil (melt 15-30 sec in microwave if needed), eggs and coconut milk - Whisk until combined well
  • Add wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until combined and there are no visible dry spots. (We used about 2-3 tbsp of Soy Milk to make the batter a bit more viscous for the pour into the skillet)
  • Oil cast iron skillet or pan of your choosing *Coconut oil is preferred, but vegetable or canola oil also work to oil the pan.
  • Pour cornbread mixture into the center of the pan, gently shake the pan to evenly spread out the batter. You may also tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
  • Bake 20 min
  • *Optional - Remove from oven and carefully spread melted butter over the top of the bread.
    Sometimes we will place back in the oven under broiler at 400F for 2-5 min to brown the top. WATCH CLOSELY as broilers tend to go from golden brown to burnt very quickly!
  • Serve with dairy-free butter and honey for something extra delicious!
Keyword bread, cornbread, dairy-free, elimination diet, wheat-free

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