Description
Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a delightful fusion of fluffy cornbread, sweet corn, and gooey cheddar cheese, all drizzled with creamy honey butter. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a party, family gathering, or cozy night in. With their irresistible flavors and textures, they will quickly become a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, these mini poppers are versatile enough to serve as appetizers, snacks, or side dishes. Experience the joy of Southern comfort food with these delicious cornbread poppers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup 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 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until just mixed.
- Gently fold in sweet corn and cheddar cheese.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly.
- For the honey butter, mix softened butter and honey until creamy.
- Drizzle honey butter over warm poppers before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (32g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg