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    Dairy-Free Spoon Bread is a Naturally Gluten-Free, Year Round Side

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    By Alisa Fleming on August 8, 2018 Bread, Dairy-Free Recipes, Sides

    Eat Dairy Free - Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and SweetsThis dairy-free spoon bread recipe is like a cross between corn muffins and corn pudding. But it’s savory, or lightly sweetened. It’s a perfect Southern-style side year round, for barbecues in summer or holidays in winter. And it’s naturally gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free for more guests to enjoy.

    I made this batch in single-serve ramekins, but the recipe can optionally be made in one casserole dish instead.

    Dairy-Free Spoon Bread Recipe - Versatile, Naturally Gluten-Free, Year Round Basic (vegan option included)

    This is my basic, no frills dairy-free spoon bread. It’s got a simple flavor that is versatile and pairs well with many main dishes. But you can also customize the recipe with different seasonings to suit your meal.

    It also does well with add-ins. You can toss in some roasted corn kernels, add diced roasted red peppers, or grate in some onion. You can even add some dairy-free cheese alternative. Most shredded cheese alternatives actually perform better baked in dishes rather than sprinkled on top. I would stir in 1 to 1 1/2 cups for a cheesy hit.

    Dairy-Free Spoon Bread Recipe - Versatile, Naturally Gluten-Free, Year Round Basic (vegan option included)

    Special Diet Notes: Dairy-Free Spoon Bread

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, and vegetarian.

    For egg-free and vegan spoon bread, I recommend whipping 1/2 cup aquafaba in place of the egg whites. I would also increase the buttery spread in the initial mixture to 3 tablespoons. Omit the egg yolks, but you can optionally whisk 1/2 teaspoon baking powder into the 1 cup milk beverage for a little extra lift. Please note that I haven’t tested this method yet. These suggestions are based on my experience with similar recipes.

    5.0 from 3 reviews
    Dairy-Free Spoon Bread
     
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    Prep time
    10 mins
    Cook time
    35 mins
    Total time
    45 mins
     
    This is a basic spoon bread recipe. If desired, you can stir additional seasonings into the cornmeal mixture as it cooks. Or you can add corn, dairy-free cheese alternative, or other add-ins just after the egg yolks.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Recipe type: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Serves: 6 servings
    Ingredients
    • 2 cups + 1 cup unsweetened or plain dairy-free milk beverage*, divided
    • 4 tablespoons dairy-free buttery spread (can sub your favorite baking oil**), divided
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup cornmeal (I use a fine grind)
    • 3 large eggs, separated (see vegan option above for egg-free)
    Instructions
    1. Preheat your oven to 375ºF. Place an 8x8-inch baking dish or 6 single-serve ramekins (I put them on a baking sheet) in your oven while it preheats.
    2. Put the 2 cups milk beverage, 2 tablespoons buttery spread, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
    3. Remove the pan from the heat and slowly add the cornmeal, whisking quickly to avoid lumps.
    4. Place the pan back on the heat and cook, whisking often, for 3 to 4 minutes or until quite thick. Remove the pan from the heat.
    5. Put the egg whites in a mixing bowl, and beat with a hand mixer (or whisk) until stiff peaks form.
    6. Put the egg yolks in a medium bowl and whisk in the remaining 1 cup milk beverage until smooth.
    7. Gradually add the egg yolk mixture into the cornmeal mixture while whisking. Gently fold in the stiff egg whites just until the whites disappear.
    8. Remove the baking dish or ramekins from your oven and add the remaining 2 tablespoons buttery spread (1 teaspoon in each if using single serve ramekins). It should quickly melt and coat the bottom. Pour the batter into your baking dish(es) and gently even out.
    9. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the spoon bread comes out clean.
    Notes
    *If you want a very light sweetness to the spoonbread, use plain milk beverage that is lightly sweetened or you can add 1 to 1½ tablespoons sugar (or your sweetener of choice) to the saucepan in step 2.
    **If using oil, I would increase the salt to 1⅛ teaspoons.
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    17 Comments

    1. Bethany on August 13, 2018 12:06 pm

      Looks so good! Are numbers 6 and 8 the same direction? (Beat yolks with “milk”)

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 13, 2018 1:02 pm

        oops, yes! I decided to move some directions around and forgot to delete one. Thanks for catching this Bethany!

        Reply
    2. Lindsey on August 11, 2018 3:53 pm

      This looks delicious. It is perfect for those meals that you know you want cornbread, but the firm, sliceable kind isn’t right.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 12, 2018 10:08 am

        Agreed!

        Reply
    3. Amanda on August 11, 2018 3:23 pm

      I can see this to served with air fried chicken, roasted green beans and a tomato/cucumber salad. (Yeah, it is approaching supper time and I’m hungry!)

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 12, 2018 10:08 am

        That would be delicious!

        Reply
    4. Julie @ Running in a Skirt on August 10, 2018 5:27 am

      I adore spoon bread! Such great flavors here and I love how you made it dairy free. Such a classic recipe- can’t wait to try.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 10, 2018 7:00 am

        It’s a classic that I didn’t grow up with, but I really enjoy it now!

        Reply
    5. Lorie on August 9, 2018 6:27 pm

      I eat my cornbread with a spoon often. So I’m clearly ready for this one. Can’t WAIT for this!!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 10, 2018 7:00 am

        Then you will love this Lorie! It’s moister than corn bread, and equally delicious.

        Reply
    6. Kortney on August 9, 2018 4:14 am

      This sounds so intriguing! I would love to top it with chili!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 10, 2018 7:01 am

        That’s a fun idea!

        Reply
    7. Kelly on August 8, 2018 4:05 pm

      First of all, I love the little dishes. I want to make them just to put them in these cute dishes. Second, I love how there are just a few simple ingredients in here. I need to try these!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 10, 2018 7:01 am

        Aren’t those cute? They were a World Market find a few years ago. I love that store.

        Reply
    8. Jules Shepard on August 8, 2018 1:01 pm

      This is right up my alley! Looks YUMMY!

      Reply
    9. Ana Alarcon on August 8, 2018 1:01 pm

      it looks SOOOO GOOD! How do you make aquafaba? or do you buy it?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on August 8, 2018 1:30 pm

        Oops, I forgot to include a link! Details on aquafaba are here (super easy to get/make/use) -> https://www.godairyfree.org/food-and-grocery/aquafaba

        Reply

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