Grits with Butter and Honey

Grits with Butter and Honey recipe videos

Grits with Butter and Honey is a comforting, classic Southern American breakfast dish made from ground corn kernels simmered to a creamy porridge, then enriched with butter and drizzled with honey for sweetness. It's a simple, hearty staple often enjoyed in the U.S. South, particularly in states like Georgia and South Carolina.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily high in carbohydrates from the corn grits and honey, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter. It provides a quick source of energy, along with some iron and B vitamins from the corn, and a typical serving can range from 300 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	400 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Folate	60 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, grits are a cornerstone of Southern cuisine, often associated with hospitality and home cooking, while nutritionally, the combination of complex carbs from corn with the quick energy of honey makes it a satisfying, energy-dense meal.