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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers You’ll Love

These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, combining savory cheddar and sweet corn.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk or regular milk with a splash of vinegar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Honey Butter
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/4 cup honey

Equipment

  • Mini muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. Combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Mix softened butter and honey until creamy for the honey butter topping.
  9. Allow poppers to cool slightly then drizzle with honey butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, avoid overmixing the batter and check ingredient freshness. Serve warm for optimal flavor.

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