Description
Golden southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers deliver a delightful twist on classic comfort food. Crispy exterior and tender center make these bite-sized treats irresistible for weekend gatherings, family dinners, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
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Cornbread Base:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a mini muffin tin by coating with cooking spray and heat oven to 375°F for optimal baking conditions.
- Thoroughly blend dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk together wet components in a separate container, incorporating buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently fold wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
- Carefully distribute batter into mini muffin cavities, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising.
- Place tin in preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until cornbread poppers develop a golden-brown exterior and pass the toothpick test.
- While poppers are still warm, create a luxurious glaze by combining melted butter and honey, then generously brush over the surface for enhanced flavor and sheen.
- Allow poppers to cool slightly, then serve immediately to enjoy maximum taste and texture.
Notes
- Add extra tang by using full-fat buttermilk for richer, more complex flavor profiles.
- Swap regular honey with local wildflower honey to create unique regional taste variations.
- For gluten-free options, replace wheat flour with almond or cornmeal flour to maintain texture and crispness.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a healthier alternative without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 174 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg