Cornbread has always been a staple of comfort food, but when you add creamy mashed sweet potatoes and a drizzle of honey butter, you take it to a whole new level. This Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread is moist, tender, lightly sweet, and full of warm, earthy flavor.
It’s the perfect side dish for chili, barbecue, fried chicken, or Thanksgiving dinner—but honestly, it’s so good it can stand on its own as a snack with just a pat of butter.
Why You’ll Love This Cornbread
- Moist & Tender – Sweet potatoes keep it soft and never dry.
- Sweet & Savory Balance – Honey butter adds just the right touch of sweetness.
- Simple & Rustic – Easy ingredients, big flavor.
- Versatile – Works as muffins, skillet cornbread, or in a baking dish.
- Comfort Food Favorite – Perfect with both hearty dinners and holiday feasts.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar (or brown sugar for depth)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (buttermilk for tangy flavor)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
For the Honey Butter:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons honey
- Pinch of salt