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Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers: Sweet, Savory Comfort Bites

Sweet and savory Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers make for delightful snacks or appetizers that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread Batter
  • 1 cup cornmeal Use finely ground cornmeal for the best results.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free 1:1 blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Adjust quantity based on personal preference or dietary needs.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rising.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Use sea salt for enhanced taste.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tbsp of lemon juice or vinegar if no buttermilk is available.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Use unsalted butter for better control of sodium levels.
For the Add-ins
  • 1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned corn can be used.
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper Feel free to substitute with jalapeños, zucchini, or green onions.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use sharp cheddar for more pronounced flavor.
For the Honey Butter Topping
  • 1/4 cup honey Adjust the quantity based on how sweet you want the drizzle.
  • 1/4 cup softened butter
  • fresh herbs (for garnish) Options include parsley, chives, or cilantro.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in corn, bell pepper, and cheddar cheese.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  8. Whip together softened butter and honey until smooth.
  9. Drizzle honey butter over poppers and garnish with fresh herbs.
  10. Serve warm as delightful appetizers or snacks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results and avoid overmixing the batter to maintain fluffiness.

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