Description
These Southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers are golden, buttery, and slightly sweet—perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer. Made with simple ingredients, they come together quickly and pair beautifully with BBQ, chili, or a drizzle of honey!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in milk, melted butter, and honey.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
- Fill muffin tins about ¾ full with batter.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Drizzle with honey while warm and serve.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños for heat.
- Cheesy Poppers: Stir in shredded cheddar for extra richness.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
