Description
These Southern-style cornbread poppers are a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, featuring a sweet and buttery flavor profile. Perfect for serving as appetizers or snacks, these mini treats are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tablespoons honey
Additional:
- Additional melted butter for brushing
- Sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a mini muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add Corn and Honey: Fold in corn kernels and 2 tablespoons of honey.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon batter into mini muffin tins, filling each cup ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Honey Butter: Mix remaining honey and softened butter for the topping.
- Finish: Brush poppers with melted butter, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve warm.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the cornbread light and tender.
- These poppers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.
- Experiment with adding diced jalapeños or shredded cheese for a spicy or savory variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Popper
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Southern cornbread poppers, mini cornbread muffins, honey butter cornbread, appetizer recipe
