Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. These bite-sized treats feature a crispy golden exterior that gives way to a fluffy, sweet center, infused with honey and butter. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they make a delicious appetizer or snack that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup corn kernels (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full and top with corn kernels if using.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg