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Crumbl Cornbread Cookies

Crumbl Cornbread Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, combining sweet and savory flavors in soft, buttery cookies topped with honey butter.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup softened unsalted butter Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cornmeal Fine or medium coarse cornmeal is recommended.
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla For a hint of warmth.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Essential for cookie structure.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps cookies rise.
For the honey butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until well combined and creamy.
  3. Add the eggs, honey, and vanilla, and continue beating until fully blended into a smooth batter.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined; the dough will be thick but not too sticky.
Chilling and Baking
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills.
  3. Scoop about 1/3 cup of dough for each cookie, roll into balls, and place up to six dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
Making the Honey Butter
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and honey. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and a splash more vanilla, then continue beating for 1-2 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Once cookies are cooled on a wire rack, add a generous scoop of honey butter to each cookie.
  4. Drizzle extra honey over the tops if desired.

Notes

For richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough. Optional mix-ins include chocolate chips or chopped nuts.