Description
Cheesy Corn Fritters are the ultimate summertime snack, bursting with sweet corn kernels and gooey cheese in each crispy bite. Perfect for barbecues and gatherings, these delightful fritters are quick to prepare, making them an ideal appetizer or side dish. With a golden-brown exterior and customizable flavors, they are sure to be a hit at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to keep your workspace organized.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in corn and chopped green onions until well coated.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed; gently fold in shredded cheese.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil; fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain fritters on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg