Description
Cheesy Corn Fritters are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that combines crispy exteriors with warm, gooey centers packed with sweet corn and tangy cheddar. Perfect for summer barbecues, game nights, or any gathering, these fritters are sure to impress and leave everyone craving more. Serve them fresh out of the pan with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (unbleached preferred)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. Rinse fresh corn and finely chop the onion.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add eggs to the dry mixture and whisk until smooth. Stir in corn and onion.
- Fold in grated cheddar cheese gently to maintain cheesy pockets.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, cooking until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg