Description
Cheesy Corn Fritters are the ultimate delight, combining crispy textures with sweet corn and gooey cheese for a flavor explosion. Perfect as appetizers or snacks, these fritters are quick and easy to whip up in under 30 minutes. Their vibrant golden color makes them an eye-catching addition to any gathering, and they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to savor every bite of these irresistible treats that transport you back to summer garden parties!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in green onions and cheese. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute sharp cheddar with pepper jack cheese or add jalapeños for extra heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for crispiness.