Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread Flavorful Delight
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup corn kernels
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and honey. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs and mashed sweet potatoes to the honey-butter mixture, and whisk until fully combined.
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix again until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the corn kernels until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve warm slices with a drizzle of extra honey on top or a dollop of butter for a decadent finish. Add some fresh herbs or chopped chives for a pop of color on the serving plate.