Description
Golden, crispy, and perfectly tender on the inside, these gluten-free hushpuppies are the comfort food snack you didn’t know you were missing. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, healthy snack, or new breakfast ideas, this recipe is your ticket to nostalgic Southern flavor—without any gluten worries. The batter comes together in minutes for a fun appetizer, side, or snack. Perfect for anyone looking for easy recipes and delicious food ideas!
Ingredients
1 cup gluten-free yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup sweet onion, finely minced
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Neutral oil (for frying, about 3 cups)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Stir in the finely minced sweet onion.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, heat 2 to 3 inches of neutral oil in a deep saucepan or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil.
7. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
8. Transfer hushpuppies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make sure your cornmeal and flour are certified gluten-free if needed.
Let the batter rest for a few minutes to allow for maximum puffiness when frying.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and crisped up in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side dish, appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 hushpuppies
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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