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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Delight Recipe

Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Delight Recipe
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These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are bite-sized, fluffy, and bursting with sweet corn and honey flavors. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, these golden poppers feature a tender crumb enriched with buttery honey butter and a touch of sea salt for the perfect sweet-savory balance.

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
  • 3 tablespoons honey (divided)

Add-ins and Toppings

  • ½ cup sweet corn kernels
  • Additional melted butter for brushing
  • Sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure a nice rise and even baking of your cornbread poppers.
  2. Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini muffin liners to ensure easy removal of the poppers after baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, thoroughly whisk the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; some lumps are fine to keep the poppers light and fluffy. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Corn and Honey: Carefully fold in the sweet corn kernels and 2 tablespoons of honey to add bursts of sweetness and texture.
  7. Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tins, filling each cup about ¾ full to allow room for rising.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Prepare Honey Butter: While baking, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey with softened butter in a small bowl to make a honey butter glaze.
  10. Glaze and Season: Once baked, immediately brush the poppers with melted butter and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for a savory contrast to the sweetness.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the poppers to cool for a few minutes to let the flavors meld, then serve warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free flour and cornmeal to make a gluten-free version.
  • Dairy-free alternatives include almond milk or coconut milk as buttermilk substitutes and softened coconut oil instead of butter.
  • Adjust honey quantity to customize sweetness.
  • Add herbs like thyme or spices such as cayenne for additional flavor.
  • Check oven temperature with a thermometer for accurate baking.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated up to 1 week.

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Keywords: cornbread poppers, honey butter cornbread, southern cornbread, sweet corn poppers, appetizer, mini muffins, snack

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