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Juneteenth Honey Butter Cornbread Recipe


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 6 minute
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x

Description

This golden, tender cornbread combines honey sweetness with buttery richness, creating the perfect side dish for your Juneteenth celebration in just 30 minutes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1½ cups cornmeal (yellow or white)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup butter, divided
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • ¼ cup honey, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly oil your cast iron skillet or baking dish.
  2. Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together thoroughly.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add to the dry mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Crack the egg into a separate bowl. Add buttermilk and 2 tablespoons honey. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir just until combined – don’t overmix.
  6. Pour batter into prepared skillet, spreading evenly to the edges.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Remove from oven. Immediately spread remaining butter and honey over the hot cornbread.

Notes

  • Room temperature ingredients mix better – take your egg and buttermilk out 30 minutes before baking
  • Don’t have buttermilk? Mix 2 cups regular milk with 2 tablespoons vinegar and let sit 5 minutes
  • Preheat your cast iron skillet in the oven for extra crispy edges
  • Let the cornbread rest 5 minutes before cutting to allow the honey butter to soak in properly
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern/Soul Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of recipe)
  • Calories: 245
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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