Description
These Southern-style honey butter cornbread poppers are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. Packed with corn kernels, bell pepper, and cheddar cheese, these bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
Add-Ins
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- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
For Honey Butter
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- 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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Garnish
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- Fresh parsley or cilantro
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients, then fold in the add-ins.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin pan and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Prepare the honey butter by mixing honey and softened butter. Drizzle over the poppers and garnish before serving.
Notes
- You can customize these poppers by adding jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- For a sweeter version, increase the sugar in the recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg