Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread, a delightful twist on traditional cornbread. This recipe marries the natural sweetness of creamy sweet potatoes with rich honey, producing a moist and buttery treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served at family dinners, holiday gatherings, or casual potlucks, this cornbread is sure to impress. Its soft texture and sweet topping make it not just a side dish but a cherished comfort food that pairs beautifully with savory dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- Cook and mash sweet potatoes until smooth; let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey until combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For honey butter: Beat softened butter with honey until creamy.
- Let cornbread cool slightly before serving with warm honey butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg