Jul 14 2026
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Honey Butter Cornbread Recipe

Inspired by Hunter's Kitchen and Bar
Time40m
Serves8

GF available upon request. (add smoked bacon, serrano chili $5)

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Baking Dish

    Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet with butter or non-stick spray.

Mixing Ingredients

  1. 3

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.

  2. 4

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, honey, and melted butter until fully combined.

  3. 5

    Combine Both Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Optional Add-ins

  1. 6

    Add Bacon and Chili (if using)

    If using, chop the smoked bacon into small pieces and finely dice the serrano chili. Fold them into the batter gently.

Baking

  1. 7

    Pour Batter

    Pour the cornbread batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it evenly.

  2. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Serving

  1. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the cornbread to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with additional honey butter if desired.

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