For a sweeter touch, consider adding a tablespoon of honey or sugar to the batter. Feel free to experiment with different spices! A pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of your favorite hot sauce can add a unique flavor. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a quick substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Air Fryer Hush Puppies
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS10
These delightful air fryer hush puppies offer a lighter twist on the classic Southern fritter. Crisp on the outside and tender within, they deliver a subtle warmth from cayenne, making them an irresistible accompaniment to seafood or a simple drizzle of honey.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Cholesterol16 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium181 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat an air fryer to 390 degrees F (198 degrees C) according to the manufacturer's instructions. Line the bottom of the air fryer basket with foil and spray the foil with cooking spray. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, stir together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Mix in the minced onion and bell pepper until evenly distributed. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
03
StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes. (Prep time: 2 minutes, Rest time: 5 minutes)
04
StepUsing a 2-tablespoon scoop, carefully drop portions of batter into the prepared air fryer basket, ensuring space between each hush puppy. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
05
StepCook in the preheated air fryer until the hush puppies are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through, approximately 9 to 10 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy! (Cook time: 9-10 minutes)
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Pierre Daugherty
Jul 2, 2025This is my new go-to recipe for hush puppies. Thank you!
Cara Mueller
Jul 1, 2025These were so easy to make and tasted amazing! My family loved them!
Jovanny Emmerich
Jun 28, 2025I added some chopped jalapenos to the batter for extra heat, and they were a hit!
Maye Fay
Jun 28, 2025My kids devoured these! Will definitely be making them again.
Boris Hansen
Jun 27, 2025I was skeptical about air frying hush puppies, but these turned out perfectly crispy.
Magnolia Trantow
Jun 22, 2025Great recipe! I did add a little sugar for a sweeter taste. Will make again!
Reba Schaefer
Jun 16, 2025So much healthier than the deep-fried version, but just as delicious.
Yessenia Hayes
Jun 15, 2025The cayenne pepper gives them just the right amount of kick.