Description
Honey Butter Cornbread Cookies combine the rustic charm of cornbread with the delightful sweetness of honey and butter. These soft and golden cookies offer a unique texture and flavor, perfect for a comforting dessert or a sweet snack. Quick to prepare and bake, they bring a southern-inspired treat right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing on top)
- Additional honey for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure an even distribution.
- Cream Butter and Honey: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and honey together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes, creating a smooth base.
- Add Egg and Liquids: Incorporate the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract into the butter and honey mixture, beating until everything is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Brush with Butter: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately brush them with the melted butter for added richness and shine.
- Optional Honey Drizzle and Cooling: If desired, drizzle additional honey over the warm cookies for an extra touch of sweetness, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with honey.
- Do not overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Spacing cookies about 2 inches apart helps prevent them from merging during baking.
- Brushing with melted butter while warm enhances flavor and gives a beautiful glossy finish.
- Honey drizzle is optional but adds a lovely sweet glaze and extra moisture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
