Honey Butter BBQ Cornbread

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 piece large egg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika(optional)
• 2 tablespoons extra honey for drizzling(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan or a cast-iron skillet.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg then whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and honey.

4. 4

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly to the edges.

6. 6

   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and immediately brush the top with a little extra melted butter and a drizzle of honey.

8. 8

   Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.