Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, and pepper, and whisk to combine.

Step 2

To the flour mixture, add buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs. Whisk to combine.

Step 3

Fold in remaining ingredients.

Step 4

Allow batter to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.

Step 5

Line inside of air fryer basket with parchment paper.

Step 6

With a tablespoon or cookie scoop, scoop out dough and make into round balls (as much as possible. You won't be able to roll it, as the mixture will be too wet)

Step 7

Place inside lined air fryer basket so that they're not touching. (You may need to work in batches.)

Step 8

Cook in air fryer at 380°F for 5 minutes. Carefully turn them over and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Serve when cooked through and crispy on the outside.