Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Recipe
Delightfully sweet and buttery Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers, perfect bite-sized treats that combine the hearty texture of cornbread with a touch of honey sweetness. These mini muffins are easy to make and ideal for snacks, appetizers, or alongside your favorite meals.
- Author: Naya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini cornbread poppers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin thoroughly to ensure the cornbread poppers do not stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir these together to evenly distribute all the ingredients.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, buttermilk, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cornbread poppers to cool slightly in the muffin tin before removing and serving. This prevents them from breaking apart.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; it’s okay if some lumps remain to keep the cornbread tender.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the batter.
- These mini cornbread poppers freeze well; reheat in the oven to maintain their crispy edges.
Keywords: Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers, Cornbread Mini Muffins, Sweet Cornbread Bites, Mini Muffin Snacks, Easy Cornbread Recipe