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Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread

Delight in this soft, fluffy cornbread infused with sweet potatoes and honey, perfect for family dinners or as a festive side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 large sweet potato) Ensure sweet potatoes are smooth to avoid lumps.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Use at room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1/3 cup honey Drizzle extra for serving.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Consider brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Use at room temperature.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with non-dairy milk mixed with lemon juice.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or a cast-iron skillet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, honey, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk until the mixture is smooth.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  3. Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm, drizzled with extra honey or butter. Pairs well with chili and roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze individually wrapped.