Honey Butter Hush Puppies

Honey Butter Hush Puppies - A Delicious Southern Treat
Honey Butter Hush Puppies are a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. These crispy, golden brown balls of goodness are made with a combination of cornmeal, flour, and buttermilk, and are flavored with honey and butter for a sweet and savory taste that is sure to please.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the hush puppies. The ideal temperature is around 375°F.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form the hush puppies into balls. This will help ensure that they are all the same size and cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the hush puppies. This can cause the temperature of the oil to drop, resulting in greasy, soggy hush puppies.

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, melted butter, buttermilk, and beaten egg.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form the hush puppies into balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
6. Carefully drop the hush puppies into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Use a slotted spoon to remove the hush puppies from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
8. Serve the hush puppies warm, with additional honey butter for dipping, if desired.
Appearance and Taste:
Honey Butter Hush Puppies are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. They have a beautiful golden brown color and are perfectly seasoned with a sweet and savory flavor that is sure to please. These hush puppies are the perfect side dish for any Southern meal, and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Side Dish

Main Ingredients:

- Cornmeal
- Honey
- Butter