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Easy Hot Water Cornbread

Light and fluffy on the inside with a crispy, crunchy exterior, this easy Hot Water Cornbread recipe is a classic southern treat!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 244 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal (white or yellow, fine or medium grind)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ⅔ cups boiling water (more if needed)
  • Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying (to a depth of 1/2-inch)

Instructions

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  1. Place a 10 or 12-inch skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium high heat. Add oil to an approximate depth of 1/2-inch. Let the oil heat while mixing the cornbread.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add the cornmeal and salt. Stir together.
  3. Gradually stir in the boiling water.
  4. Mix well forming a dough with a thick, wet consistency. Add more water if needed to attain the correct consistency.
  5. When the oil is sufficiently heated (about 375 degrees F), form small patties of dough.
  6. Carefully lower the patties into the hot oil.
  7. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes or until a medium golden brown color.
  8. Turn and cook on the second side until well browned.
  9. Remove from the oil and drain on a rack or a plate lined with paper towels.
  10. Makes about 10 pieces of cornbread. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Cornmeal comes in yellow or white, and either fine, medium, or coarse grinds. I always use white, fine ground cornmeal for any cornbread recipe, but you can use either white or yellow in the fine or medium grind.
  • I always use peanut oil for frying because it has a higher smoking point than other oils. You'll need enough oil to fill your skillet to about ½-inch deep.
  • Store leftovers in a closed container in the fridge. It should keep for quite a long time - 5 or 6 days. To reheat, I'd suggest using the oven at 350 degrees and heating for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 468mg (20%) Potassium 205mg (6%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 4mg (0%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 244kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 468mg 20%
Potassium 205mg 4%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 4mg 0%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.