Description
Sweet, golden, and irresistibly bite-sized, these Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are the perfect addition to any gathering! With a melt-in-your-mouth honey butter glaze, these poppers bring classic cornbread flavor in a fun, snackable form. Perfect for BBQs, holiday spreads, or an everyday treat!
Ingredients
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For the Cornbread Poppers:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal – Adds a hearty, grainy texture to the cornbread.
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour – Balances the texture for a softer bite.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar – Brings just the right touch of sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder – Helps the poppers rise and stay fluffy.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt – Enhances flavor balance.
- 1/2 cup milk – Keeps the batter moist and smooth.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted – Adds richness to the batter.
- 2 tablespoons honey – Sweetens the poppers with a Southern touch.
- 1 large egg – Binds the ingredients together.
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained) – Provides bursts of natural sweetness and texture.
For the Honey Butter Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted – The base of the glaze for a rich finish.
- 2 tablespoons honey – Adds a glossy sweetness to the glaze.
Instructions
To Make the Cornbread Poppers:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, honey, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the corn kernels to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a popper comes out clean.
To Make the Honey Butter Glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and honey. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Once the cornbread poppers are out of the oven, brush them generously with the honey butter glaze while still warm.
To Serve:
Serve these poppers warm with extra honey butter for dipping or drizzling. They’re perfect on their own or as a complement to savory dishes like chili or BBQ!
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for a sweet-and-spicy twist.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven for best results.
- Feel free to swap corn kernels for jalapeños or shredded cheese for fun variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg