Description
Golden, crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, this fried cornbread is a perfect comfort snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined, forming a thick batter.
- Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot and shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, frying 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove fried cornbread with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
- Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or with honey, butter, or jam.
Notes
For a sweeter twist, drizzle with honey or maple syrup. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack / Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American