Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread
This Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread elevates classic cornbread with the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and the indulgent drizzle of Honey Butter. The result is a Moist Cornbread that’s soft, fluffy, and packed with flavor, offering a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Whether served warm for breakfast with eggs or as a side for summer barbecues, this Sweet Potato Cornbread brings comfort and warmth to any meal. Its vibrant color and rich taste make it a standout Breakfast Recipe that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Cornbread:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes roasted and cooled
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Honey Butter:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Stir to blend evenly.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/4 cup honey, and 1 cup buttermilk until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the Moist Cornbread light.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared dish, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Make Honey Butter: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup softened butter with 1/4 cup honey until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Let cornbread cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm with a generous spread of Honey Butter for a perfect Breakfast Recipe.
Notes
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Roast instead of boiling for richer flavor in this Sweet Potato Cornbread.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir batter just until combined to ensure Moist Cornbread texture.
- Cool Butter Slightly: Melted butter should be warm, not hot, to avoid curdling eggs.
- Check Doneness: Use a toothpick to ensure the center is fully baked for this Honey Butter treat.
- Fresh Honey Butter: Make just before serving for the creamiest spread on this Breakfast Recipe.