Description
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these Fried Cornbread Bites are a delightful snack perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine cornmeal, buttermilk, egg, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Remove the bites from the skillet and let them drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider spices like cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños. Can be baked in a lightly greased muffin tin for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg