Fried Cornbread with Maple Syrup

Crispy, golden perfection meets sweet, velvety decadence in this indulgent recipe for Fried Cornbread with Maple Syrup. Combining the rustic charm of classic cornbread with a hint of sweetness, these skillet-fried rounds deliver a satisfying crunch on the outside and a tender, moist interior. Prepared with pantry staples like cornmeal, buttermilk, and a touch of sugar, the batter comes together effortlessly before sizzling to golden-brown glory in a pan of hot oil. The crowning touch? A generous drizzle of warm, pure maple syrup, creating the ultimate sweet-and-savory pairing that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an irresistible snack. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Southern-inspired treat is simple, satisfying, and guaranteed to become a family favorite! Keywords: crispy fried cornbread, maple syrup drizzle, Southern-inspired breakfast, sweet-and-savory cornbread recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 piece Large egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until well blended.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers but is not smoking.

Step 5

Using a 1/4-cup measure, scoop the batter and drop it into the hot oil, flattening it slightly with the back of the measuring cup or a spatula.

Step 6

Cook the cornbread rounds for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until both sides are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.

Step 7

Transfer the fried cornbread to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.

Step 9

Warm the maple syrup in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.

Step 10

Serve the fried cornbread warm, drizzled generously with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2459.4

Total Fat 95.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 842.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 132.8g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 54.3mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 487.6mg	0%

*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: 5.2%

Carbs: 60.7%