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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Irresistible Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Delightful Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are the perfect blend of sweet and savory for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar adjust for less sweetness
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk or dairy-free milk mixed with vinegar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup melted butter plus extra for greasing
  • 0.25 cup honey adjust to taste
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 cup chopped jalapeños optional, adjust to heat preference
For the Honey Butter
  • 0.5 cup softened butter
  • 0.25 cup honey

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin using melted butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in corn kernels and chopped jalapeños, mixing gently.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with batter.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Mix softened butter and honey to make honey butter.
  10. Serve warm with honey butter drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1poperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These poppers are customizable and can be made ahead of time for easy entertaining.

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