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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Recipe

Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers Recipe
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These Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are delightful mini muffins bursting with sweet corn, red bell pepper, and cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection. Drizzled with a luscious honey butter and garnished with fresh herbs, they make a perfect savory-sweet snack or side dish with a comforting Southern twist.

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:

  • 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:

  • 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or popper pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
  4. Blend Wet & Dry Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the batter.
  5. Fold in Add-Ins: Carefully fold in the sweet corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Fill & Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cornbread poppers are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Make Honey Butter: While the poppers are baking, mix the softened unsalted butter with the honey until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and spreadable.
  8. Cool & Serve: Allow the poppers to cool slightly for a few minutes in the pan before removing them. Drizzle each popper generously with honey butter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a fresh flavor and appealing presentation.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen corn kernels; if frozen, thaw and drain excess moisture before adding.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the batter.
  • Mini muffin tins work best for bite-sized poppers; standard muffin tins will require longer baking time.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep poppers tender.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • These poppers can be served warm or at room temperature and are excellent for parties or as a snack.

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