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Skinnymixers Cornbread Veggie Bake

This Thermomix Cornbread Veggie Bake has been on high rotation in our house lately. It’s one of those surprisingly easy recipes that makes a cracking dinner, lunchbox filler, or snack on the go. Think golden cornbread, packed with hidden veg and cheesy goodness – kind of like an Aussie take on hush puppies, but in slice form.

It’s naturally gluten free, easy to make dairy-free, and it is vegetarian too – no faffing about. If you’ve got fussy kids or need a quick Thermomix side dish or light meal that’ll stretch across a few meals, this one’s for you.

What makes this recipe special

Apart from being ridiculously easy, this bake is:

• Kid-friendly – cheesy, savoury goodness. You can change the frozen veg to be grated, peeled zucchini with the water squeezed out for a more hidden veg.
• Customisable – throw in leftover roast veg, switch up the cheese, or add some pickled Jalapeño and chopped cherry tomatoes.
• Budget-friendly – pantry staples and a few fridge odds and ends.
• Perfect for meal prep – slice it up and you’ve got lunch sorted for days.

It also goes really well with a dollop of sour cream, sweet chilli sauce, honey or some Skinnymixer’s Hot Honey from SkinnyAmerica. If you’re doing BBQs or want a meat-free dinner idea that still hits the spot, this is a great one to have on hand.

Ingredients overview

Let’s break it down:

• Polenta (cornmeal) – This gives the bake its cornbread texture. Make sure you’re using fine or medium ground (not instant).
• Plain flour – Use gluten-free if you need to.
• Eggs & Milk – Swap for plant-based milk if you’re dairy-free. Works well with almond or soy.
• Cheese – Tasty (cheddar) is great, but you can use anything with a bit of flavour. DF users can sub in their favourite melting dairy-free cheese boosted with 3 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast flakes.
• Frozen mixed veggies – No chopping needed. Just chuck them in.
• Extras – Add some chopped bacon or jalapeños if you want to jazz it up. Or leave it veggie.

Dietary options:

• Gluten Free Cornbread Slice – use GF SR flour.
• Dairy Free – use DF milk and cheese.
• Vegetarian 

Tips for success

• Don’t overmix the batter. It should be thick, but still pourable. A bit like thick pancake batter.
• Bake until golden – The top should be lightly browned and a skewer should come out clean. Depending on your oven, it might take a few minutes more or less.
• Let it cool a bit before slicing – it’ll hold together better.

Thermomix method tips

• Grating cheese in the Thermomix? Blitz it first and set aside before you start the rest of the recipe.
• For frozen veg, no need to thaw – just stir them through right before baking.
• Keep an eye on texture – if your batter looks too thick or dry, add a splash more milk. Polenta can vary depending on brand.

Storage & freezer info

• Fridge – Keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
• Freezer – Yes, you can freeze it! Slice it up and freeze with baking paper between layers for easy grab-and-go lunches. Reheat straight from frozen or thaw overnight.

What to serve with it

This bake is a bit of an all-rounder. Some serving ideas:

• Honey Honey Not Fried Chicken
• As part of a BBQ spread – think BBQ Pulled Pork, BBQ Glazed Chicken, or even some grilled veggies.
• With Salsa Mexicana, avocado and sour cream for a Mexican-style twist.
• On its own, with a cuppa, when you’ve forgotten to eat lunch again (ask me how I know… 😅).

FAQ

• Can I use fresh corn instead of frozen veg? 
Yep! Just slice it off the cob and stir it in – or combine with chopped capsicum, grated zucchini or leftover roast veg.
• Can I use a different cheese? 
Absolutely. Tasty cheese works well, but you can mix in feta, mozzarella, or anything that melts nicely. A bit of parmesan on top gives it a great crust.
• Can I make this egg free? 
I haven’t tested it without eggs, but a flax egg or commercial egg replacer should work. Let me know if you try it!
• Is this good cold? 
Yes! It’s fab cold in lunchboxes or as a picnic snack.
• Can I bake it in muffin trays? 
Yes, just reduce the bake time – check from 18-20 mins. Great for portioning and freezing.

More Skinnymixers recipes you might like

If you love this Thermomix cornbread slice, try these next:

• Slow Cooked Mexican Pulled Pork
• Crustless Ham, Tomato and Spinach Quiche from our Dinners 3 cookbook
• Mez’s Cheese & Bacon Muffins

This easy Thermomix lunch recipes is one of those simple, no-fuss winners I’ll be coming back to all year round. I hope your family loves it as much as ours does.
Let me know how you make it your own – and don’t forget to post a pic in the Skinnymixers Facebook Group. We love seeing your tweaks and triumphs (and the occasional toddler meltdown in the background – it’s all part of the fun).

Love 
Nik xx