Golden Fried Cornbread

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, Golden Fried Cornbread is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. This easy-to-make southern classic combines the rich flavor of yellow cornmeal with the tangy goodness of buttermilk, creating a perfectly balanced batter that's fried to golden perfection. With a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar and a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cornbread bites are irresistible. Whether served warm with a drizzle of honey, a dollop of butter, or alongside savory dishes like chili and barbecue, this homemade fried cornbread is a crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal recipe for busy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup buttermilk
• 1 unit large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth and fully combined.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cornbread.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when it shimmers and a small drop of batter sizzles immediately upon contact.

Step 5

Using a spoon or a small measuring cup, carefully drop 2-3 tablespoons of batter into the hot oil for each piece of cornbread, spacing them apart so they don’t stick together.

Step 6

Fry the cornbread for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to flip the pieces gently to cook the other side.

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the cornbread to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary and adjusting the heat to maintain consistent frying temperature.

Step 9

Serve the Golden Fried Cornbread warm with butter, honey, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	622.2 grams (622.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2276

Total Fat 158.50g	203%
Saturated Fat 37.40g	187%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 268mg	89%
Sodium 1906mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 201.30g	73%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 35.30g
Protein 29.40g	59%

Vitamin D 136IU	681%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 599mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 34.3%