Cornbread Ghosts

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Cornbread Ghosts
10 min.
10
535kcal

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Get ready to elevate your fall festivities with a spooky twist on a classic favorite – Cornbread Ghosts! Perfect for Halloween parties or autumn gatherings, these delightful cornbread treats bring a playful element to your table that will enchant both kids and adults alike. With their soft, fluffy texture and buttery sweetness, these ghostly figures are sure to be a favorite amongst your guests.

In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a batch of these adorable cornbread shapes, crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients that even novice bakers can master. The combination of cornmeal with buttermilk provides a rich flavor, while the hint of sweetness from sugar balances the savory notes beautifully. Once baked to perfection, they take on a lovely golden hue, and with the help of a ghost-shaped cookie cutter, you can easily transform them into spooky, yet appetizing, delights.

Ideal for serving alongside your favorite chili or soups, or simply enjoyed on their own, these cornbread ghosts are not only a visual treat but also a delicious addition to your meal. So gather your ingredients, preheat the oven, and let the hauntingly good baking commence. Your upcoming Halloween celebration is about to become a lot more festive and fun with these charming little bites!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cups buttermilk 
  • cups cornmeal 
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 16 tablespoons butter unsalted melted (2 sticks)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • wooden spoon
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F. Mist a large, rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar.
  3. Whisk in eggs until well combined.
  4. Whisk in buttermilk.
  5. Add dry ingredients to buttermilk mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined, leaving a few lumps. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour onto baking sheet, spreading evenly, and bake until golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Place pan on a wire rack to cool.
  8. Use a 3- to 4-inch ghost-shaped cookie cutter to form cornbread ghosts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories535kcal
Protein7.38%
Fat39.77%
Carbs52.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.46
Glycemic Load
46.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.617391207944%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:534.75kcal
26.74%
Fat:23.86g
36.71%
Saturated Fat:13.41g
83.84%
Carbohydrates:71.32g
23.77%
Net Carbohydrates:67.66g
24.6%
Sugar:29.61g
32.9%
Cholesterol:127.84mg
42.61%
Sodium:425.29mg
18.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.97g
19.93%
Selenium:18.68µg
26.69%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.56%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.98%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.22%
Phosphorus:184.33mg
18.43%
Folate:69.03µg
17.26%
Vitamin A:746.98IU
14.94%
Fiber:3.66g
14.66%
Iron:2.49mg
13.86%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.53%
Magnesium:47.18mg
11.8%
Vitamin B3:2.33mg
11.65%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.83%
Vitamin D:1.36µg
9.07%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.12%
Calcium:77.84mg
7.78%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.28%
Copper:0.14mg
7.25%
Potassium:227.5mg
6.5%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
5.97%
Vitamin K:1.91µg
1.82%
Source:My Recipes