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Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze

Irresistible Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze You’ll Love

Delight in these Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze, blending rustic charm with dessert sweetness for the perfect treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Use fine or medium-ground for best results
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can be replaced with whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Reduce to 1/4 cup for lighter sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Ensure freshness
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can partially replace with unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 large Eggs Mix thoroughly
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Adds flavor
For the Honey Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can swap with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Try coconut sugar for less sweetness
  • 1-2 tbsp Water Adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: Whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking sheets.
  7. Shape Cookies: Portion out the dough into 1.5-inch mounds on the baking sheets and flatten slightly.
  8. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges.
  9. Prepare Glaze: Melt remaining butter, mix in honey, then add powdered sugar and water for glaze consistency.
  10. Glaze Cookies: Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be adapted for gluten-free and vegan diets. Ensure to follow the tips for the best results.

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