Description

Golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and drizzled with warm honey butter—these Southern Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a sweet-and-savory delight. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, they shine at potlucks, brunches, or as a comforting addition to your favorite meals. Paired with chili, fried chicken, or a crisp salad, they’re guaranteed crowd-pleasers

Ingredients

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For the Cornbread Batter:
1 cup yellow cornmeal
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup fresh or frozen corn kernels (optional but recommended)

For the Honey Butter Topping:
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
Pinch of flaky sea salt

Garnish (Optional but Worth It):
Fresh chives, finely chopped

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Grease a mini muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.

Combine Batter: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Stir in corn kernels, if using.

Fill the Tin: Spoon or scoop batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.

Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Make the Honey Butter: While baking, melt butter and stir in honey and sea salt until smooth.

Glaze and Garnish: Brush the warm poppers generously with

Notes

For Extra Flavor: Add ¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar or minced jalapeños to the batter.
Make It Sweeter: Increase sugar to 2 tbsp and add a splash of vanilla extract.
No Buttermilk? Substitute with 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar (let sit 5 min before using).
Make Ahead Tip: These poppers reheat well. Store in an airtight container and reheat in a low oven before serving.

Prep Time: 22 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 85
Protein: 2g