Description
Irresistible Southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers blend savory comfort with sweet southern charm. Crispy golden bites deliver a delightful explosion of flavor that quickly becomes your new favorite party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Wet and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace and gather all necessary tools, ensuring a mini muffin tin or silicone molds are ready for the cornbread poppers.
- Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blending the dry ingredients with a whisk to eliminate any potential lumps.
- In a separate container, vigorously whisk buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Create the batter by gently integrating the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated – avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Delicately fold sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese into the batter, distributing them evenly to ensure a balanced flavor profile.
- Carefully distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cavity approximately two-thirds full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Place the muffin tin in a preheated 400F (200C) oven and bake for 13-16 minutes, monitoring until the tops develop a golden-brown color and a toothpick emerges clean when inserted.
- During baking, craft the honey butter by blending softened butter and honey until a creamy, luxurious spread forms.
- Remove poppers from the oven and allow them to cool slightly, then gently extract from the tin.
- Finish by generously drizzling honey butter over the warm poppers and garnishing with freshly chopped chives or parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Customize texture by adjusting cornmeal to flour ratio for crunchier or softer poppers depending on personal preference.
- Swap buttermilk with dairy-free alternatives like almond milk mixed with apple cider vinegar for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Enhance nutritional value by incorporating whole wheat flour or adding finely chopped spinach for extra vitamins and fiber.
- Elevate flavor profile by experimenting with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda for unique taste combinations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg