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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Delight Recipe

Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Delight Recipe
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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Delight are bite-sized, moist, and fluffy cornbread treats infused with sweet corn kernels and honey. These golden poppers are perfect for parties or as a comforting side dish, baked to perfection and topped with a luscious honey butter glaze and a sprinkle of sea salt for an irresistible balance of flavors.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Add-ins and Toppings

  • ½ cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • Additional melted butter for brushing
  • Sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with mini muffin liners for easy removal.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; some lumps are okay.
  5. Fold in Corn and Honey: Carefully fold in the sweet corn kernels and 2 tablespoons of honey to evenly incorporate them into the batter.
  6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tins, filling each cup about ¾ full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops turn a golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Honey Butter: While the poppers bake, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon honey with softened (not melted) butter in a small bowl until creamy and smooth.
  9. Brush and Season: Once baked, remove the poppers from the oven and immediately brush each with melted butter. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for enhanced flavor.
  10. Cool and Serve: Let the poppers cool for a few minutes to set the flavors before serving warm. Optionally, serve with extra honey butter for dipping and garnish with fresh thyme or chives for an elegant touch.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels depending on availability; thaw frozen corn before use.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender and fluffy texture.
  • For a dairy-free variation, substitute buttermilk with a plant-based milk mixed with lemon juice and use vegan butter.
  • Mini muffin tins yield perfect bite-sized portions, but regular muffin tins can be used with adjusted baking time.
  • Brushing with honey butter while warm enhances the moisture and flavor.
  • Sprinkling sea salt balances the sweetness and adds a gourmet touch.

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Keywords: cornbread poppers, honey butter cornbread, southern cornbread, mini cornbread muffins, sweet corn poppers, party snacks

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