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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 a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, packed with sweet corn, bell peppers, and cheddar cheese. They are perfect as a snack or side dish, offering a balance of savory and sweet flavors.

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

Necessary Tools

  • Mini muffin tin or popper pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk and spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Toothpick (for testing doneness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare – Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients – Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients – Beat buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter in another bowl.
  4. Blend Wet & Dry Mixtures – Gradually mix wet into dry until just combined.
  5. Fold in Add-Ins – Gently fold in corn, bell pepper, and cheddar cheese.
  6. Fill & Bake – Spoon batter into muffin tin and bake for 15–18 minutes.
  7. Make Honey Butter – Mix softened butter and honey until creamy.
  8. Cool & Serve – Let poppers cool, drizzle with honey butter, and garnish before serving.

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Keywords: cornbread poppers, Southern-style, honey butter, cornbread recipe, appetizer, side dish

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