Description
Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are irresistible bite-sized treats featuring the perfect balance of sweet honey, buttery richness, and golden cornbread texture. Ideal for appetizers, snacks, or sides at barbecues, holiday feasts, or family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Cornbread Poppers:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
For the Honey Butter Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted butter, honey, and egg until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed. Fold in the corn kernels.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking melted butter and honey until smooth.
- Brush the glaze over the warm poppers immediately after baking.
Notes
- For a cheesy twist, add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese to the batter.
- For a spicy version, mix in diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Best served warm with extra honey butter for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
