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Honey Cornbread Cookies

Honey Cornbread Cookies - Sweet Southern Comfort in Every Bite

Indulge in these delightful Honey Cornbread Cookies that blend comfort with sweet honey flavor and cornbread-like texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal white cornmeal can be used if yellow is unavailable
  • 1 tbsp baking powder ensure freshness for best rise
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda ensure freshness for best rise
  • 0.5 tsp salt balances sweetness
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter can use coconut oil as dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup honey can swap for agave syrup
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs for a vegan substitute
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice can be used
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract almond extract can be used as an alternative
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for a sweet twist
  • 0.5 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans work beautifully
  • 1 tbsp orange zest for refreshing citrus touch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, honey, and sugar for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the bowl, mixing just until combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spaced about 1½ inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
  8. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cooled Honey Cornbread Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer freshness, freeze them and reheat in the microwave.

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