Description
Short and Engaging Description: This Honey-Glazed Sweet Potato Cornbread is the perfect combination of moist, fluffy texture with a hint of natural sweetness. Infused with mashed sweet potatoes and honey, this golden delight is topped with a luscious honey butter for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
For the Cornbread:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
For the Honey Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes:
- Cook the sweet potato until tender, then mash until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Honey Butter:
- While the cornbread bakes, beat together the softened butter, honey, and optional salt until smooth and creamy.
- Serve:
- Remove the cornbread from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm topped with the honey butter.
Notes
- For an extra crisp crust, bake in a preheated cast-iron skillet.
- Substitute maple syrup for honey if desired for a different depth of sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American