Sweet Mini Cornbread Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Cornbread Poppers

01 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 cup milk
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)

→ For the Honey Butter Glaze

11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
12 - 2 tablespoons honey

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, honey, and egg until well combined.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the corn kernels gently.
05 - Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
06 - Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
07 - In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and honey until smooth.
08 - Brush the honey butter glaze over the warm cornbread poppers immediately after removing them from the oven.
09 - Serve warm with extra honey butter on the side for dipping or drizzling.

# Notes:

01 - Use fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned corn for the best results
02 - These poppers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the oven to refresh their texture
03 - For a savory twist, add 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and a pinch of chili powder to the batter