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A close-up shot of fluffy mini cornbread muffins being brushed with a sweet honey butter glaze.

Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers: The Ultimate Bite-Sized Treat

Whip up these irresistible Honey Butter Cornbread Poppers! This easy recipe delivers incredibly fluffy, moist, bite-sized cornbread muffins brushed with a sweet and savory honey butter glaze. The perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 poppers
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 115
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread Poppers
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk at room temperature
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Honey Butter Glaze
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 1 24-cup mini muffin tin
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Pastry Brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Generously grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg. Pour the wet mixture and the melted butter into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  4. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. While the poppers are baking, melt the butter for the glaze in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Stir in the honey and salt until smooth.
  6. As soon as the poppers come out of the oven, brush the warm honey butter glaze generously over the tops of each popper. Let them cool for a few minutes in the pan before serving warm.

Notes

Tip 1: For extra flavor, try using brown butter in the glaze.
Tip 2: Ensure your baking powder is fresh for the best rise and fluffiest texture.
Tip 3: These can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for a day before serving.