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Sweet & Savory Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Delightful bite-sized cornbread poppers drizzled with honey butter, combining sweet and savory flavors for a perfect snack or side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 12 poppers
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal The star of the dish, providing that classic cornbread flavor.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For structure and fluffiness.
  • ¼ cup sugar To add just the right amount of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps the poppers rise for that perfect texture.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Essential for flavor.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk To bring it all together and add moisture.
  • 2 large eggs For binding the mixture.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted Must-have for that rich taste.
  • ½ cup honey Essential ingredient for the honey butter cornbread.
  • Additional honey for drizzling To finish off these little bites.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin or use silicone liners for easy popper removal.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, and eggs. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling each about two-thirds full.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Finishing Touch

  • While the poppers are baking, mix melted butter and honey in a small bowl until well blended.
  • Once the poppers are done, drizzle the honey butter over the warm cornbread poppers before serving.

Notes

To ensure perfect texture, avoid overmixing. Feel free to experiment by adding jalapeños for spice or adjusting honey levels for sweetness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Keyword Comfort Food, Cornbread, Easy Recipe, Honey Butter, snack