Enjoy crispy and flavorful corn sticks with this easy and delicious recipe. Made with cornmeal, butter, milk, and cheese, these golden bites are perfect as an appetizer or side dish. Serve them warm with salsa or dipping sauce for a mouthwatering treat. With a total preparation time of 30 minutes, you can have these tasty snacks ready in no time. Give them a try and impress your family and friends with these homemade corn sticks!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Oil (for frying)
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the milk, melted butter, and grated cheddar cheese. Mix well until the batter is smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the corn sticks from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve warm with salsa or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Enjoy!
