Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers You’ll Crave
Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a must-try treat, offering irresistible sweetness and comfort in every bite.
Equipment
- - Mini muffin tin
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Topping
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gently grease a mini muffin tin.
- Whisk together the cornmeal, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Mix the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter in another bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures by pouring the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just mixed.
- Fold in the sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the honey butter by mixing softened unsalted butter with honey until you achieve a creamy consistency.
- Cool the poppers slightly before drizzling them with the honey butter.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of extra cheddar cheese before serving for added flavor.