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Honey Butter Cornbread

Sweet & Moist Honey Butter Cornbread for Cozy Gatherings

Indulge in the sweet, moist magic of Honey Butter Cornbread, perfect for dinner nights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal medium or fine-ground works best
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for tender crumb
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 cup creamed corn adds moisture
  • 2 large eggs binds the mixture
  • 1 cup milk use alternative if preferred
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter for richer flavor
For the Honey Butter Topping
  • 1/4 cup honey for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup butter melted for topping

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • cast iron skillet or baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Butter Cornbread
  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and stir in the honey until smooth. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a cast iron skillet or a baking pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together milk, creamed corn, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  5. Make a well in the dry mixture, pour in the wet ingredients, and fold gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, brushing with honey butter at 20 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and maintain moisture by storing leftovers properly in an airtight container.

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