Southern Honey Butter Cornbread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cornbread Poppers

01 - 1 box cornbread mix (about 8.5 oz)
02 - 1/2 cup milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
06 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Honey Butter Glaze

09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 3 tablespoons honey
11 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the cornbread mix, milk, eggs, melted butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Fold in the corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
04 - Spoon the cornbread batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
05 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
06 - While the cornbread poppers are baking, prepare the honey butter glaze by mixing together the softened butter, honey, and cinnamon (if using) in a small bowl.
07 - Once the cornbread poppers are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
08 - Brush the warm cornbread poppers with the honey butter glaze to give them a sweet, buttery finish.