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Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers: Sweet Bites for Every Occasion

Delightful Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers filled with sweetness and bursting with flavor, perfect for any gathering or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: MUFFINS
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free options
  • 1/4 cup sugar can be reduced or replaced with a sugar alternative
  • 1 tbsp baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with regular milk plus a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
Add-Ins
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can substitute with other cheeses as desired
For the Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for different flavor
  • 2 tbsp chives optional for garnish

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin generously.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Combine mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
  5. Add corn and cheese: Fold in sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Fill muffin tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake poppers: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Drizzle honey butter: Mix softened butter with honey until creamy and drizzle over warm poppers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These poppers taste best warm, so serve immediately or reheat gently. Customize with different cheeses or spices as desired.

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