Here’s a delicious Honey Butter Cornbread Cake recipe that combines the rich, comforting flavors of cornbread with the sweetness of honey and the smoothness of butter. This cake has a soft, tender crumb with a golden top, and it’s perfect as a side dish or even a dessert!
Honey Butter Cornbread Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Cornbread Cake:
- 1 cup cornmeal (yellow or white)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (unsalted)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Honey Butter Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional, for a little extra warmth)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Then, add the buttermilk, melted butter, vegetable oil, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk until everything is well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix — it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
2. Bake the Cornbread Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it towards the end of the baking time to ensure it doesn’t over-bake.
3. Make the Honey Butter Topping:
- While the cake is baking, make the honey butter. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, honey, and cinnamon (if using). Stir until smooth and well-blended. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey, depending on your taste.
4. Finish the Cake:
- Once the cornbread cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes.
- While still warm, spread the honey butter generously on top of the cornbread cake. It will melt into the cake, creating a sweet, buttery layer.
5. Serve:
- Cut the cornbread into squares and serve. The cake is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with a side of whipped cream, more honey, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a special treat!
Tips:
- Texture: This cornbread cake is a bit sweeter and more cake-like than traditional cornbread, but it still has the familiar cornmeal texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair this cake with chili, roasted meats, or a big salad for a hearty meal. It’s also great on its own as a comforting snack.
- Make It Your Own: For extra flavor, you can stir in some add-ins to the batter before baking, like fresh or frozen corn kernels, diced jalapeños, or grated cheese.
This Honey Butter Cornbread Cake is the perfect balance of savory and sweet, with the honey butter topping making it extra special. Enjoy!
