Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread, a delightful twist on the classic cornbread. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with rich honey, creating a moist and flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion. Whether served at family gatherings, potlucks, or alongside holiday meals, this cornbread is sure to impress. Topped with a luscious honey butter spread, it elevates your dining experience and brings a touch of gourmet flair to your table.
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 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- Cook and mash the sweet potato until smooth; set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, mix softened butter and honey for the topping.
- Allow cornbread to cool slightly before serving warm with honey butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg