Description
Golden, mini, and dripping with honeyed goodness, these Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are everything you love about cornbread — just in a bite-sized, poppable form. Whether you’re seeking a warm, cozy easy recipe to serve alongside chili, need some quick breakfast bites, or simply crave that nostalgic buttery corn flavor, this is your go-to treat.
With a tender crumb inside and a lightly crisped caramelized top, these easy dinner side ideas come together in one bowl and deliver maximum comfort with minimal effort. Ideal for busy weeknights, snack tables, or Sunday brunches, they hit that sweet-savory spot and keep people coming back for more.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp honey
Additional butter and honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling 3/4 full.
- Bake 12–15 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, melt butter and mix with honey.
- Once baked, let cool slightly, then drizzle with honey butter.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast