Description
These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfectly fluffy and loaded with fresh corn and sharp cheddar cheese, each bite is drizzled with creamy honey butter for an indulgent finish. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering, celebrating Thanksgiving, or simply craving a cozy snack, these mini cornbread bites will impress everyone at the table. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, they are versatile enough to serve as appetizers, side dishes, or even breakfast delights. Easy to customize with your favorite herbs or spices, these poppers are sure to become a family favorite!
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 (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fold in sweet corn and cheddar cheese.
- Fill each muffin tin about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown; check with a toothpick for doneness.
- Mix softened butter with honey to create honey butter for drizzling over baked poppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg