Crispy Fried Cornbread – Don’t Lose This Recipe!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Crispy Perfection – Golden and crunchy on the outside, irresistibly delicious.
✔ Soft & Buttery Inside – Tender, melt-in-your-mouth cornbread with every bite.
✔ Versatile – Enjoy it as a side, snack, or breakfast with sweet or savory toppings.
✔ Quick & Easy – Made with simple ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.
✔ Crowd-Pleaser – Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners.

Ingredients

For the Cornbread Batter:

• 1 cup cornmeal
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup buttermilk (or ¾ cup milk + 1 tsp vinegar as a substitute)
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil (or any neutral oil with a high smoke point)

Optional Toppings & Sides:

• Honey Butter – Mix softened butter with honey and a pinch of salt.
• Hot Sauce or Chili – Adds a spicy kick.
• Maple Syrup or Jam – For a sweet twist.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cornbread Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, beaten egg, and melted butter.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but scoopable.