Buttermilk & Apple Cornbread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 200C (400F.)
2. 2
   Lightly grease the pan with butter.
3. 3
   Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon powder in a bowl.
4. 4
   In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, egg whites, and buttermilk.
5. 5
   Add the powdered ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. 6
   (Don't completely mix!)
7. 7
   Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 25 minutes in the oven.
8. 8
   When a skewer poked into the center comes out clean, it's done.
9. 9
   Divide into 12 portions and optionally top with honey and butter, or maple syrup and butter.
10. 10
    If you can't get a hold of applesauce, you can puree apples for similar results.