Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers. These delightful bites combine fluffy cornbread with a sweet honey butter spread, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, enjoying a cozy movie night, or looking for meal prep ideas, these poppers will surely impress everyone around the table. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can whip them up in no time! Their comforting flavor and versatility make them an ideal snack or side dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 poppers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Combine both mixtures gently without overmixing.
- Grease your muffin tin and fill each cup about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown; use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- While baking, mix softened butter with honey and cinnamon until creamy.
- Once baked, let cool slightly before serving warm with honey butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg