Easy Air Fryer Hush Puppies Recipe

Name: Easy Air Fryer Hush Puppies Recipe
Total time: 30 mins
Ingredients: nonfat cooking spray; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 0.75 cup all-purpose flour; 1.5 teaspoons baking powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons minced onion; 2 tablespoons minced bell pepper; 0.75 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 large egg

These air fryer hush puppies offer a slightly denser texture than traditional deep-fried ones, but they're significantly lighter since they're not cooked in oil. With a touch of cayenne pepper for warmth, they pair perfectly with fried fish, shrimp, or even just a drizzle of honey! Ready in minutes.

Total time30 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time10 mins
Yield12

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (198°C) following manufacturer instructions. Line the air fryer basket with foil and coat with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Then, stir in the diced onion and bell pepper until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, carefully drop portions of the batter into the prepared air fryer basket, ensuring there's space between each one. Spray the tops with cooking spray.
Air fry until the hush puppies are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and fully cooked through, approximately 9 to 10 minutes. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 85 kcal
Fat Content: 1 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 1 g
Sodium Content: 181 mg
Protein Content: 3 g
Cholesterol Content: 16 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 16 g
Saturated Fat Content: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g