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
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 9 min
- Yield
- 10 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
- 2
In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk and lightly beaten eggs until well combined.
- 3
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until fully incorporated. Then add grated onions and butter.
- 4
Preheat the air fryer (I prefer 400℉/205℃) for 5 minutes when ready to air fry.
- 5
Lightly grease the metal basket with cooking spray and arrange hush puppies in a single layer without touching each other.
- 6
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.
- 7
Serve with this fried fish or remoulade sauce.