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Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers

Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers: Sweet, Savory Snack Bliss

These Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are a quick, sweet, and savory snack that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Opt for gluten-free for a friendly option.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on your taste.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Helps the poppers rise.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Use room temperature for smoother batter.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Let come to room temp for best rise.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Unsalted Butter Replace with oil for dairy-free.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Fresh corn is best for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Feel free to swap or omit.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Choose sharp or mild based on preference.
For Serving and Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Honey Drizzle on top before serving.
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro Use as a garnish based on preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking pan with parchment paper or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; whisk until evenly mixed.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in sweet corn, diced bell pepper, and shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for about 18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the poppers cool for a few minutes, then drizzle with honey and garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh sweet corn for the best flavor. Allow buttermilk and eggs to come to room temperature for a better texture in your poppers.

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