Quick and Easy Corn Fritters

Making these corn fritters quickly became a weekend favorite in my kitchen. The batter comes together in minutes, and frying them fills the air with a sweet, savory aroma that’s impossible to resist. Each bite is crispy on the outside yet tender and slightly sweet on the inside, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a light dinner.

Quick and Easy Corn Fritters

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

180

kcal

These quick and easy corn fritters are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with sweet corn flavor. Perfect for a snack, breakfast, or side dish in just 20 minutes!

Ingredients

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)

• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 large egg

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying

Directions

• Mix the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Add flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
• Add fillings: Fold in corn, grated cheese, and chopped green onions. Mix until evenly combined.
• Heat the pan: Heat butter or oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Cook fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan, flatten slightly with the back of the spoon. Cook 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 180
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 9g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 3g

Expert Tips and Variations

You can swap regular milk for almond or oat milk to make them dairy-free, and adding a pinch of smoked paprika or chopped herbs gives a fun flavor twist. For extra crunch, mix in some finely diced bell peppers or corn kernels. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the fritters light and fluffy, and make sure your pan is hot enough so they cook evenly without absorbing too much oil.

If you are dessert lover you can try roblox buttercream cake with corn fritters.

How to Store and Reheat Corn Fritters

Store leftover fritters in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat them in a skillet or oven to keep them crisp, rather than using a microwave, which can make them soggy.

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