Description
Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread is a deliciously moist and fluffy bread that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich flavor of honey. This delightful dish is perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy family dinners, or as a tasty snack. With its vibrant orange color and warm aroma, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fine cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk (buttermilk preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into small chunks. Boil in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the milk and mashed sweet potatoes. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; fold gently until just combined. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweetness profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.