Crispy Cornmeal Drop Doughnuts

These are my rendition of a sweet hush puppy. They are quick and easy to make and are great for breakfast or with coffee. I like them plain, but they are yummy rolled in cinnamon and sugar, too.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 719 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup buttermilk
• ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• ¼ cup sugar
• ¾ cup self-rising flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• peanut or corn oil for frying
• ½ cup self-rising cornmeal mix

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal mix, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In a separate bowl, beat the egg together with the buttermilk. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring with a fork or whisk until only slightly lumpy. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Carefully drop batter by the rounded teaspoonful into hot oil, and fry until golden brown. Drain and cool on a paper towel-lined plate. Roll balls in a small amount of cinnamon mixed with sugar, if desired, or just enjoy plain!