Description
These Southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers are bite-sized treats with a golden crust, a soft, buttery interior, and a luscious honey butter glaze. They are quick, easy, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish for any meal. Whether paired with chili, barbecue, or enjoyed on their own, these poppers bring the perfect balance of sweet and savory Southern comfort to your table!
Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Honey Butter Glaze:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine: Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Fill & Bake: Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Make the Glaze: While baking, mix melted butter and honey for the glaze.
- Glaze & Serve: Remove poppers from the oven and immediately brush them with the honey butter glaze. Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
Cheesy Twist: Add shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese for a savory version.
Spicy Kick: Mix in cayenne pepper or finely chopped jalapeños.
Maple Flavor: Swap honey for maple syrup in the glaze.
Corn Texture: Fold in fresh or canned corn kernels for extra texture.
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Bread, Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 18 poppers
- Calories: 110 kcal
