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Cornbread Cookies

Soft, buttery cookies with classic cornbread flavor, sweetened with honey and perfect for dessert or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
Honey Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1-2 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter, sugar, and honey until fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
  6. Scoop dough onto baking sheets and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Cool completely on wire racks.
  9. Prepare glaze and drizzle over cookies if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with honey glaze or serve with whipped honey butter.