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Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe

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This Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread recipe blends the earthy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with classic cornbread texture and a luscious honey butter topping. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or cozy nights in, this easy homemade cornbread is moist, flavorful, and pairs beautifully with savory dishes. A must-try sweet potato cornbread side dish!

Ingredients

For the Cornbread:

1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)

1 cup cornmeal

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1/4 cup honey

For the Honey Butter:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup honey

1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.

  • Cook and mash sweet potato until smooth. Let cool slightly.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  • In a separate bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey.

  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just until combined—do not overmix.

  • Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  • Meanwhile, make the honey butter by beating together softened butter, honey, and salt (if using) until creamy.

  • Allow cornbread to cool slightly, then serve warm with a generous spread of honey butter.

Notes

  • Swap honey for maple syrup for a twist in flavor.

  • Add-ins like chopped pecans or dried cranberries offer added texture.

  • For a spiced version, add 1 tsp cinnamon or 1/2 tsp nutmeg.

  • Store at room temp for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

  • Reheat in microwave or oven before serving.

  • Can be made ahead and frozen in slices.

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