Description
Indulge in these delightful cheesy corn fritters that combine sweet corn with melted cheddar for a crispy, golden treat. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, they’re quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy family meal, these fritters will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: If using fresh corn, shuck and remove the kernels.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in cheese and green onions. Fold into dry mixture until just combined.
- Fold in Corn: Gently incorporate corn kernels into the batter.
- Heat Oil: In a skillet over medium heat, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan until shimmering.
- Fry Fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain & Serve: Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (about 70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg