Description
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these homemade hush puppies made with Jiffy Cornbread Mix are a classic Southern snack or side dish that’s quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
1 box Jiffy Cornbread Mix
1/2 small onion, grated
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp baking powder
Oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the Jiffy Cornbread Mix, grated onion, buttermilk, beaten egg, panko bread crumbs, flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.
- Fry in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per batch.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm as a side or snack.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the frying pot to maintain proper oil temperature.
Use a thermometer to keep oil at a steady 350°F for best results.
Grating the onion ensures it blends smoothly into the batter.
Panko adds crunch, but regular breadcrumbs can be used if needed.
Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
