Southern-style Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers are the perfect bite-sized treat with sweet honey flavor and a buttery finish. These golden, crispy poppers are made with classic cornbread ingredients and are ideal for parties, snacks, or a comforting side dish. Easy to make and hard to resist, they bring a down-home Southern flair to any table.
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup melted butter
2 tbsp honey
1 large egg
Oil for frying
Extra honey butter for brushing (2 tbsp melted butter + 1 tbsp honey)
In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, honey, and egg until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of batter and carefully drop into hot oil.
Fry until golden brown, about 2โ3 minutes per side.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Brush with honey butter while warm and serve immediately.
Best served fresh and warm.
Add chopped jalapeรฑos or cheese for a savory twist.
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Can be baked in a mini muffin tin as a healthier option.