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Cornbread Cookies Recipe: Easy Crumbl Copycat with Honey Butter

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These tender cornbread cookies combine the nostalgic comfort of classic cornbread with the soft, bakery-style texture of Crumbl cookies, finished with a creamy honey butter swirl. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup finely ground cornmeal
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp milk (whole or 2%)
  • For the Honey Butter:
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 2 oz cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup brown sugar; beat until light and fluffy, another 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg and 2 tsp vanilla extract until well combined. Scrape down the bowl.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup finely ground cornmeal, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed. Pour in 2 tbsp milk and mix until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Use a medium cookie scoop (2 tbsp) to portion dough onto prepared pans, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look barely done.
  9. Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. While cookies cool, beat together 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 2 tbsp cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp honey, and a pinch of salt until fluffy and pale, about 2 minutes.
  11. Once cookies are cool, dollop or spread honey butter on each cookie. For a swirl, use the back of a spoon or a piping bag.

Notes

For best results, use finely ground cornmeal. Chill dough for thicker cookies. Room temperature butter and cream cheese ensure a smooth dough. Honey butter can be made ahead and refrigerated for easier spreading. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, substitute with appropriate alternatives. Cookies are best served at room temperature or slightly warm.

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