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Sweet Potato Hushpuppies

Crispy Sweet Potato Hushpuppies with Sweet Cinnamon Dip

Delightfully crispy Sweet Potato Hushpuppies served with a creamy cinnamon dip make for an irresistible appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 hushpuppies
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hushpuppies
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes or butternut squash for a twist
  • 1 cup cornmeal for crispy texture
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon spices (paprika, onion powder) or other preferred spices
  • 3 cups oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut) for frying
For the Cinnamon Butter Dip
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup butter or vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Deep pot or heavy pan
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Hushpuppy Preparation
  1. Combine mashed sweet potatoes, cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and spices in a large mixing bowl. Stir until just combined.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a plate with paper towels.
  3. Scoop the hushpuppy mixture into balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
  4. Carefully fry the hushpuppy balls in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Remove hushpuppies and drain on paper towels.
Cinnamon Butter Dip
  1. Whip together softened butter, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1hushpuppyCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm with the creamy cinnamon butter dip for optimal flavor and texture.

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