Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers
Delicious crispy bites of cornbread infused with honey and butter, perfect for gatherings or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 large eggs
Additions
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- Oil for frying Use enough oil to fill your frying pan at least 2 inches deep.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, honey, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Fold in the sweet corn kernels until evenly distributed.
Frying
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Using a tablespoon, scoop the cornbread batter and drop it into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry the poppers for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the cooked poppers from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Notes
Drizzle additional honey on top before serving for extra sweetness. Serve warm as a snack or side dish.