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Honey Buttercream Cornbread Cookies

Indulge in Honey Buttercream Cornbread Cookies Today

Delight in Honey Buttercream Cornbread Cookies that blend the warmth of cornbread with sweet honey buttercream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure for the cookies.
  • 1 cup cornmeal Adds texture and flavor.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1 cup softened butter Essential for the cookie base.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor.
For the Honey Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup softened butter Forms the base of frosting.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 1/2 cup honey Adds sweetness.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream Adjusts consistency.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla extract, mix until well combined.
  3. Whisk together flour, cornmeal, and baking powder; add to wet ingredients until a dough forms.
  4. Chill the dough wrapped in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Shape tablespoon-sized balls of dough on baking sheets and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and bottoms are golden.
  8. Prepare frosting by beating softened butter, powdered sugar, honey, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  9. Frost cooled cookies with honey buttercream, drizzle extra honey if desired.
  10. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can easily be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour.

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