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Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers That Delight

Delightful Southern-Style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers filled with sweet corn and cheddar, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Can be replaced with polenta for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends can be used for a GF version.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can be reduced or omitted for less sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder No substitutions here are advised.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste, or opt for sea salt.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk or dairy-free alternative mixed with vinegar.
  • 2 large Eggs Provide necessary binding and structure.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted; can be replaced with margarine or dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Fresh is best, but thawed frozen corn can work well.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Feel free to use any type of bell pepper or similar veggies.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try using different cheeses like Monterey Jack for a twist.
For the Drizzle and Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave.
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro Optional but delightful for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • mini muffin tin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until blended, then set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula until just combined.
  5. Fold in sweet corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the batter into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Before serving, drizzle the poppers with warm honey and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure buttermilk and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness.

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