Description
Cheesy corn fritters are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining the sweetness of corn with melty cheddar for a delightful snack or appetizer. These golden-brown bites are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making them perfect for parties or cozy evenings at home. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch as they disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (about ½ cup)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare by chopping green onions and grating cheese.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in corn and cheddar until evenly distributed.
- Add beaten eggs and green onions; stir gently until combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg