Sugar-Free Southern Style Hush Puppies

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Sugar-Free Southern Style Hush Puppies are a guilt-free twist on the classic Southern favorite. Made with a delicate blend of yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and finely chopped onion, this recipe skips the sugar without sacrificing flavor, making it a perfect side dish for anyone looking to cut back on sweeteners. The batter comes together in no time with pantry staples like melted butter and unsweetened almond milk, then gets deep-fried to golden perfection for that irresistible crunch. These hush puppies are easy to make, delightfully savory, and pair beautifully with fried fish, barbecue, or your favorite dipping sauces. Perfect for a crowd, they're a must-try for anyone craving authentic Southern comfort food—with a healthier twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cups Neutral oil for frying (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Stir in the finely chopped onion to evenly distribute it throughout the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, lightly beat the egg, then mix it with the almond milk (or regular milk) and melted butter.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but scoopable—do not overmix.

Step 5

Heat the oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain an accurate temperature.

Step 6

Using two spoons or a small cookie scoop, carefully drop rounded spoonfuls of batter (about 1 tablespoon each) into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Fry the hush puppies for about 3-4 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the hush puppies with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite Southern entrees or dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1232.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7222.1

Total Fat 748.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 281.5mg	0%
Sodium 1840.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 103.8IU	0%
Calcium 290.9mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 579.9mg	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: 89.3%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 9.4%