Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread
Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread is a heartwarming dish that combines the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich flavor of honey butter. This moist, fluffy cornbread is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, making it an ideal side for roasted meats and hearty soups. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and buttery goodness that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely ground cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or milk alternative)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup honey
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and honey; add mashed sweet potatoes.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg