Description
This Sweet Honey Cornbread is a moist, fluffy, and slightly sweet bread that’s perfect as a side for chili, soups, or barbecue dishes. Made with pantry staples and sweetened with honey, it’s easy to whip up for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease an 8×8 baking dish or cast iron skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, eggs, melted butter, and honey.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with additional honey if desired.
Notes
- You can use a cast iron skillet for crispier edges.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
- Best served warm with butter and honey.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 257
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 191mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 56mg
