Honey Butter Cornbread

Honey Butter Cornbread

Description:
Honey butter cornbread is soft, moist, and lightly sweet with a rich buttery flavor. Baked until golden and finished with warm honey butter, this classic comfort bread pairs perfectly with chili, soups, barbecue, or can be enjoyed on its own.

Ingredients

Cornbread

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• ⅔ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup milk

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Honey Butter

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• ¼ cup honey

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, and melted butter.

4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

5. Pour batter into prepared baking dish.

6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

7. In a small bowl, mix softened butter and honey until smooth.

8. Spread honey butter over warm cornbread before serving.

Tips and Variations

• Use buttermilk instead of milk for extra richness.

• Reduce sugar for a more savory cornbread.

• Add corn kernels or jalapeños for a flavor twist.