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Southern Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Delight in these Southern Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers—moist, bite-sized cornbread morsels perfectly sweetened with honey and enriched with creamy butter, ideal for snacking or serving alongside your favorite meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Extra butter and honey for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs with buttermilk, melted butter, and honey until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Spoon batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Remove from oven and brush warm poppers with extra melted butter and a drizzle of honey.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

For an extra savory touch, sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped fresh rosemary into the batter before baking.