🍯 Southern Honey Butter Cornbread – A Sweet & Savory Treat!
This Southern cornbread is a crowd-pleaser, with the richness of honey butter blending beautifully into a moist, cheesy cornbread base. It’s the ideal addition to a hearty dinner or as a side at your next gathering!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Cornbread:
1 box cornbread mix (about 8.5 oz)
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Honey Butter:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons honey
🍴 Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (about 8×8 inches) or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Cornbread:
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornbread mix, milk, eggs, melted butter, corn kernels, cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Bake the Cornbread:
Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Make the Honey Butter:
While the cornbread is baking, combine the softened butter and honey in a small bowl. Stir until well mixed and smooth.
Serve:
Once the cornbread is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Slice the cornbread into squares and top each piece with a generous dollop of honey butter.
🍽 Serve and Enjoy!
Serve your Southern Honey Butter Cornbread as a side dish with fried chicken, BBQ, or as a standalone snack for a delightful treat.
🔄 Pro Tips:
Add Spice: For a little kick, consider adding jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cornbread batter.
Double the Honey Butter: If you love sweet cornbread, you can easily double the honey butter for extra indulgence!
🍴 Variations:
Savory Version: Swap out the cheddar cheese for parmesan and add some chopped green onions for a savory twist.
Cornbread Muffins: Pour the batter into a muffin tin for easy-to-serve cornbread muffins.