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Cornbread Cookies with Honey Butter Frosting

Irresistible Cornbread Cookies with Honey Butter Frosting

Delight in these Cornbread Cookies with Honey Butter Frosting, a unique twist on a classic treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookies
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Plus extra for rolling.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Measure with a digital scale.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For tender texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Natural sweetener.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
Honey Buttercream Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Base for frosting.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Adds sweetness.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar For frosting consistency.
  • Cinnamon Optional, for warmth.
Topping
  • Flaky Sea Salt For finishing touch.

Equipment

  • Hand mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Prepare Cookies
  1. Cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla, mix on low speed until fully combined.
  3. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and kosher salt.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a thick dough forms.
  5. Scoop out about ¼ cup of dough, roll in cornmeal, and flatten slightly.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 11–14 minutes.
  7. Let cool on the baking sheet to retain chewy texture.
Make Frosting
  1. Beat together butter, honey, and powdered sugar until creamy.
  2. Optionally add cinnamon and vanilla for extra flavor.
Serve
  1. Frost cooled cookies generously with honey buttercream and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure accurate measurements and room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies chewy.

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