Sweet Honey Cornbread

There’s something downright magical about Honey Cornbread fresh from the oven. Warm, golden, and slathered in honey butter—it’s the kind of side dish that turns any meal into a celebration. Whether you’re serving it alongside a fall stew or next to crispy fried chicken and smoky BBQ ribs on a summer evening, this cornbread delivers the nostalgic comfort you crave.

🍯 Honey Cornbread Recipe

🧂 Ingredients

🔪 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, oil, honey, and milk until smooth.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated—don’t overmix.
5. Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes.
6. Add the butter, swirl to coat the skillet, then pour in the batter.
7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Serve warm, preferably with a generous pat of honey butter melting on top.