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Ultra Moist Sweet Potato Cornbread with Cinnamon Honey Butter

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Make this incredibly moist and tender sweet potato cornbread. It offers a naturally sweet, comforting flavor perfect as a side dish for holiday meals or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Cinnamon Honey Butter:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan or a 9-inch cast iron skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potato, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix. A few lumps are acceptable.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan or skillet.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cornbread bakes, prepare the butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, honey, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix well until fully incorporated.
  8. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a generous spread of the cinnamon honey butter.

Notes

  • For the best moisture, use fully cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, not raw grated ones.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 1/2 cup of regular milk with 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • This cornbread pairs well with chili, soups, or roasted chicken.

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