Description
These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, featuring a perfect balance of sweet honey, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of jalapeño heat. These poppers are easy to make and a great addition to any gathering or meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and divided
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- Oil for greasing mini muffin pan or baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a mini muffin pan or baking sheet.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, honey, eggs, and half of the melted butter.
- Combine Mixtures: Stir wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Fold in cheese and jalapeño if using.
- Bake: Spoon batter into mini muffin cups or onto baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare Honey Butter: Mix remaining melted butter with an extra tablespoon of honey. Brush warm poppers with honey butter.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Perfect as a party appetizer or side dish.
- Customize with bacon or pepper jack cheese for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
