Description
These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are delightful mini muffins that combine the sweet and savory flavors of honey, butter, and cornmeal. Perfectly golden and tender, they make a delicious snack or side dish that’s quick to prepare and bake in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking and ensure the cornbread poppers come out easily.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt thoroughly to distribute the leavening and seasoning evenly throughout the batter.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, honey, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, which helps incorporate air for a tender crumb.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix, which could make the poppers dense.
- Fill Mini Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cornbread poppers are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, signaling they are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the poppers from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy their warm, buttery, and sweet flavors.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the poppers light and fluffy.
- Use a mini muffin tin for perfectly sized poppers; a standard muffin tin will result in bigger muffins needing longer baking time.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a sprinkle of shredded cheese to the batter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently in a microwave or oven before serving.
