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Ridiculously-Good Skillet Honey Butter Cornbread

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This skillet honey butter cornbread is rich, tender, and lightly sweet with a crisp golden crust. Finished with a warm honey butter glaze, it’s the perfect side for chili, barbecue, or cozy comfort meals.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups fine yellow cornmeal
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for skillet
  • 3 tablespoons salted or unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a 10-inch cast iron skillet inside to heat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, honey, and eggs until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the ½ cup melted butter until incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add the 2 tablespoons of butter, brushing it across the bottom and sides as it melts.
  7. Pour the batter into the hot skillet and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cornbread is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Mix the melted butter and honey for the topping, then immediately pour over the hot cornbread and spread evenly.
  10. Let sit for 2–3 minutes to absorb the glaze, then slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cornbread tender.
  • Preheating the skillet helps create a crisp, golden crust.
  • Serve warm for best texture and flavor.
  • Pairs well with chili, soups, or grilled meats.

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