Description
Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any gathering. This fluffy, golden-brown cornbread features the warm essence of sweet potatoes and the rich taste of honey, making it an irresistible companion to soups, stews, or simply enjoyed on its own. With its inviting aroma and comforting texture, this dish will surely become a family favorite, bringing smiles to all who share in its goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup medium-ground cornmeal
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk (or milk alternative)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes; boil in salted water until tender (approximately 15 minutes). Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with milk, melted butter, eggs, and honey until combined.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with additional honey butter if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg