Description
Savory Southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers bring Southern comfort straight to your table. Crispy exterior, moist interior, and sweet honey drizzle make these bite-sized delights irresistible to you.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
Dry Seasonings and Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl, whisking to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, blend liquid components vigorously until they form a smooth, homogeneous mixture with consistent texture.
- Gently incorporate wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring minimally to maintain a light, tender texture. Carefully fold in corn kernels.
- Distribute batter evenly into muffin tin, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring for golden-brown edges and checking doneness with a clean toothpick inserted into the center.
- While poppers are baking, prepare honey butter glaze by whisking melted butter and honey until perfectly smooth and well-integrated.
- Immediately after removing poppers from oven, generously brush warm glaze over the surface, allowing it to seep into the warm, tender bread.
- For optimal enjoyment, serve warm. Alternatively, store in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to restore freshness.
- Optional: Experiment with savory variations by substituting honey butter glaze with spicy compound butter or complementary dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make ahead and store the poppers in an airtight container to enjoy later, ensuring maximum freshness and convenience.
- Try savory variations by replacing the honey butter glaze with spicy butter or a complementary dipping sauce for a flavor adventure.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour or using dairy-free milk alternatives to accommodate different preferences.
- Elevate the texture by adding finely chopped jalapeños or crispy bacon bits to the batter for an extra layer of excitement and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 146 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg