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Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze

Sweet Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze – Comfort in Every Bite

Delightful Cornbread Cookies with Honey Glaze offer a comforting, nostalgic flavor for every occasion.
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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: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Opt for fine or medium-ground
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute half with whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Reduce sugar for lighter version
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Sift with dry ingredients
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Sift with other dry ingredients
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened; replace half with applesauce for lower fat
  • 2 large Eggs Add one at a time
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor, fresh lemon zest optional
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Consider using alternative sweeteners
  • 2 tbsp Water Mix in gradually until smooth

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dry Mixture: Combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  5. Chill Dough: Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), line sheets with parchment.
  7. Bake: Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. Make Glaze: Melt butter and honey, whisk in powdered sugar and water until smooth.
  9. Glaze Cookies: Drizzle or brush glaze over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container. Unglazed cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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