Southern Corn Sticks
Golden, crispy, and irresistibly tender, Southern Corn Sticks are a classic comfort food that brings the charm of Southern cooking to your table. Made with a harmonious blend of yellow cornmeal, a touch of sugar for sweetness, and rich buttermilk for a moist crumb, these delightful corn sticks are baked to perfection in a hot cast-iron pan for that signature crispy exterior. The preheated, greased molds create perfect stick-shaped portions, making them ideal for dipping or serving alongside your favorite Southern staples like chili, gumbo, or fried chicken. Ready in just 25 minutes, these corn sticks are lightly sweetened and incredibly versatile—enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for the ultimate down-home comfort. Perfect for family meals, potlucks, or a nostalgic snack, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Southern flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 whole large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or shortening
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a cast-iron corn stick pan in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until the batter comes together. Do not overmix.
Carefully remove the hot cast-iron corn stick pan from the oven using oven mitts. Add about 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening to each cavity of the pan to grease the molds, and return the pan to the oven for 2 minutes to heat the oil.
Remove the pan from the oven once the oil is hot and carefully spoon or pour the batter into each corn stick cavity, filling them about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the corn sticks are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Carefully remove the corn sticks from the pan (use a butter knife to gently loosen edges if needed) and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve warm with butter or honey for a delightful Southern treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.3 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*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.
