Description
A bite-sized twist on Southern cornbread, these honey butter cornbread poppers are golden, crispy, and infused with rich buttery sweetness. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish for BBQs, holiday gatherings, or alongside a warm bowl of chili.
Ingredients
Scale
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (for a savory variation)
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (for a spicy kick)
- For the Honey Butter Glaze:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or coat with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- If using, fold in cheddar cheese or cayenne pepper.
Step 2: Bake the Poppers
- Fill mini muffin cups about ¾ full with batter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Step 3: Prepare the Honey Butter Glaze
- Mix melted butter and honey in a small bowl until well combined.
- Brush or drizzle glaze over warm poppers.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Serve warm as a snack, side, or appetizer.
Notes
- Cheesy Poppers: Add extra shredded cheese for a gooey texture.
- Spicy Kick: Mix in diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Sweet Cinnamon Honey Poppers: Add ½ tsp cinnamon to batter.
- Maple Butter Glaze: Swap honey for maple syrup.
- Stuffed Poppers: Insert a small cheese cube or cooked sausage before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: southern
Keywords: cornbread poppers, honey butter cornbread, Southern appetizer, mini cornbread muffins, sweet cornbread bites