Sweet Honey Cornbread
There’s something truly special about Honey Cornbread straight from the oven. Warm, golden, and topped with honey butter, it’s a side that instantly elevates any meal. Whether paired with a hearty fall stew or alongside crispy fried chicken and smoky BBQ ribs during summer cookouts, this cornbread brings that cozy, nostalgic feeling you love.
🍯 Honey Cornbread Recipe
🧂 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount & Notes |
|---|---|
| Yellow cornmeal | 1 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | ¼ cup |
| Baking powder | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Egg | 1 |
| Oil | ⅓ cup |
| Honey | ½ cup |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Butter | 1 tablespoon, for greasing the skillet |
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, oil, honey, and milk until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring just until combined—avoid overmixing.
- Warm a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the butter, swirl to coat the pan, then pour in the batter evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Serve warm with plenty of honey butter melting on top for the perfect finishing touch.
