Cowboy Cornbread Crisps
A crunchy twist on the classic Southern cornbread, perfect for snacking or serving alongside chili.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients: cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine the wet ingredients: beat eggs, whisk in buttermilk and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add in the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares or triangles.
Notes
Perfect for serving alongside chili or enjoyed with a dip. Experiment with toppings or variations like jalapeños or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cornbread, southern snack, crispy cornbread, chili side