Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal 🌽
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1/4 cup sugar or honey 🍯
- 1 tsp baking powder 🥄
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
- 1 cup buttermilk or milk 🥛
- 1 egg, beaten 🥚
- 2 tbsp melted butter 🧈
- 1/4 cup honey butter (for brushing) 🍯🧈
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola) 🛢️
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar (if using), baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then stir in honey (if not using sugar). Let rest 5 minutes.
2. Form the PoppersRoll the mixture into small balls or scoop using a spoon (about 1 inch in size). If batter is too soft, chill for 10 minutes.
3. Fry to Golden PerfectionHeat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry poppers 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.
4. Brush with Honey ButterWhile warm, brush poppers with melted honey butter for sweet, buttery magic.
5. Serve & EnjoyServe warm with extra honey butter or dips like spicy mayo or ranch for contrast.
Notes
Delicious Variations 🧑🍳✨
- Cheesy Pop: Add shredded cheddar or pepper jack 🧀
- Spicy Kick: Mix in jalapeños or chili flakes 🌶️
- Savory Twist: Add herbs like rosemary or thyme 🌿
- Stuffed Poppers: Hide a cube of cheese or bacon in the center 🥓