Honey Butter Skillet Cornbread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 240 g cornmeal
02 - 125 g all-purpose flour
03 - 50 g granulated sugar
04 - 12 g baking powder
05 - 2.5 g salt
06 - 240 ml whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 60 g unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for skillet)
09 - 85 g honey
10 - 5 ml vanilla extract
11 - 90 g corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained if applicable)

→ Honey Butter

12 - 115 g unsalted butter, softened
13 - 85 g honey

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 200°C. Place a 25 cm cast iron skillet inside to heat thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk whole milk, eggs, melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract until fully integrated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Fold in the corn kernels with a spatula.
05 - Carefully remove the preheated skillet from the oven. Add approximately 15 g melted butter, swirling to coat the base and sides.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared skillet, spreading evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the surface is golden and a skewer inserted in the center emerges clean.
07 - While baking, combine softened butter and honey in a small bowl, beating until light and fluffy.
08 - Allow cornbread to cool for a few minutes in the skillet. Slice and serve warm with a generous portion of honey butter.

# Notes:

01 - For extra depth of flavor, use high-quality honey and allow the butter to soften fully before mixing.
02 - Ensure the skillet is properly preheated for a crisp golden crust.