Hush Puppy Muffins

Transform your favorite Southern classic into a handheld delight with these irresistible Hush Puppy Muffins! Featuring a golden blend of cornmeal, buttermilk, and finely chopped onion, these savory muffins are a lighter, oven-baked twist on the traditional deep-fried treat. Enhanced with optional cheddar cheese, green onions, and a touch of cayenne pepper for a hint of heat, they strike the perfect balance of flavor and texture with their soft, fluffy interior and subtle crisp edges. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make an excellent side dish for chili, seafood, or barbecue, or a standout addition to any appetizer spread. Perfectly portable and easy to prepare, these muffins will become your go-to for casual dinners, potlucks, and everything in between!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 0.25 cup Onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Green onion (thinly sliced, optional)
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or line with paper muffin liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk to combine and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped onion, shredded cheddar cheese (if using), and sliced green onion (if using). Mix gently to incorporate.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm with butter or your favorite dipping sauce. These muffins are perfect as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	666.2 grams (666.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1755

Total Fat 67.70g	87%
Saturated Fat 33.40g	167%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 363mg	121%
Sodium 2939mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 247.30g	90%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 47.70g	95%

Vitamin D 161IU	805%
Calcium 666mg	51%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 807mg	17%

*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: 34.1%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 55.3%