American Cornbread with Honey Butter

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup flour, sifted
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup butter, melted

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons honey

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. 02
   In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. 03
   In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, beaten eggs, and melted butter until well combined.
4. 04
   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Do not overmix.
5. 05
   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
6. 06
   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 07
   While the cornbread is baking, prepare the honey butter by stirring together the softened butter and honey until smooth.
8. 08
   Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
9. 09
   Serve warm slices of cornbread with a generous dollop of honey butter.