Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers
Delightful bite-sized cornbread poppers with fresh corn, cheddar, and a sweet honey butter drizzle, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal This brings the classic cornbread texture.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Helps bind everything together.
- 1/4 cup sugar Adds sweetness to contrast the savory.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder The secret agent for fluffy poppers.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavors.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk Keeps the batter moist.
- 2 large eggs Adds richness and binds the ingredients.
- 1/4 cup melted butter Adds flavor and indulgent texture.
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels Adds sweetness and texture.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Essential for a cheesy flavor.
Honey Butter Drizzle
- 1/4 cup honey Adds comforting sweetness.
- 1/4 cup butter For the drizzle that elevates the poppers.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the fresh corn and shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking
- Fill the mini muffin tin with the batter about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Honey Butter Drizzle
- While the poppers bake, melt the butter and mix it with honey in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Once the poppers are done, drizzle the honey butter mixture over the top before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best results. Let poppers cool slightly in the pan before transferring to avoid a sticky mess. Consider adding cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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