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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 pepper, and cheddar cheese. Drizzled with a luscious honey butter and garnished with fresh herbs, these poppers make a perfect snack or side dish.

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 oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or popper pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients – Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients – Beat buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter in another bowl.
  4. Blend Wet & Dry Mixtures – Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently.
  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 until golden brown.
  7. Make Honey Butter – Mix softened butter and honey until smooth.
  8. Cool & Serve – Let poppers cool, then serve warm with honey butter and garnish with herbs.

Notes

  • These poppers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.
  • Feel free to customize the add-ins with your favorite ingredients like jalapenos or cooked bacon.

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Keywords: Cornbread, Poppers, Honey Butter, Southern, Snack, Side Dish

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