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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

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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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  1. 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. 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted – The base of the glaze for a rich finish.
  2. 2 tablespoons honey – Adds a glossy sweetness to the glaze.

Instructions

To Make the Cornbread Poppers:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, honey, and egg until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in the corn kernels to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  7. 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:

  1. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and honey. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
  2. 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.

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