Air Fryer Hush Puppies

This crispy, tasty, and super-easy comfort food gives you a healthier take on this classic cornmeal treat. A hassle-free version of the southern favorite made instantly without giving you those few extra pounds. Now you can enjoy a guilt-free snack or side without compromising the taste and sensation!

Makes 18-20 hush puppies

Course Appetizer, Snacks

Cuisine Southern

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 9

Total Time 19

Servings

Calories 240kcal

Author Imma

Equipment

air fryer

Ingredients

1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (120g) cornmeal
½ tablespoon (8g) baking powder
2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
1 teaspoon (6g) salt
1 tablespoon (10g) garlic powder
⅓ cup (80g) buttermilk
1 large egg
2-3 tablespoons (7g) chopped or grated onion
2-3 tablespoons (12-20g) chopped green onions
3 tablespoons (40g) unsalted butter

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk and lightly beaten eggs until well combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until fully incorporated. Then add grated onions and butter.
Preheat the air fryer (I prefer 400℉/205℃) for 5 minutes when ready to air fry.
Lightly grease the metal basket with cooking spray and arrange hush puppies in a single layer without touching each other.
Set your air fryer to 380°F (193℃) and cook them for 4-5 minutes. Flip them over carefully and cook them on the other side for an additional 4 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
Serve with this fried fish or remoulade sauce.

Notes

Try my fried hush puppies.
You may add beer, jalapeno, okra, or corn kernels into the batter.
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

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