Description
These Honey Butter Cornbread Cookies combine the rustic charm of classic cornbread with the sweet, rich flavor of honey and butter. Perfectly golden and slightly crumbly, these cookies offer a delightful balance of sweetness and texture, making them an ideal treat for any time of day.
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
For Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing on top)
- Additional honey for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined and evenly distributed.
- Cream Butter and Honey: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and honey together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the butter and honey mixture, add the large egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Beat until the ingredients are smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix to ensure the cookies remain tender.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon, drop portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Brush with Butter: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter to enhance flavor and give a glossy finish.
- Optional Honey Drizzle and Cooling: If desired, drizzle additional honey over the warm cookies before placing them on a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Use room temperature butter to ensure it creams well with honey.
- Spacing the cookies adequately helps prevent them from sticking together during baking.
- Optional honey drizzle adds extra sweetness but can be omitted for less sugar.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
