These Corn Fritters are made with fresh corn, cornmeal, cheddar, green bell pepper and fried until golden. This easy appetizer is the best way to enjoy corn this season!
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Why This Recipe Works
For us Kansans, corn is a very common ingredient in the kitchen. One of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh corn right off the cob is to turn it into these fritters. They are quick to whip up and absolutely delicious!
I played with the basic recipe for a fritter and added ingredients that in my opinion make them the best. These fried cakes are a huge hit with my family and always disappear fast!
Sweet corn is a staple around here. If I don't make these corn cakes, I use it to make my Fresh Corn Salad or Sweet Corn Casserole. They are all easy and delicious!
Ingredients:
- corn: for the best texture and flavor use fresh corn off the cobs;
- yellow cornmeal: adds texture to fritters;
- all-purpose flour: needed for the fritter base;
- baking powder: necessary leavener that makes the fritters fluffy;
- cheddar cheese: the sharper, the better the flavor
- onion and garlic: for more flavor; use sweet onion if possible and mince it;
- green bell pepper: optional but highly recommended; you can also use jalapenos for a spicy kick;
- egg: to bind the ingredients;
- half and half: if the mixture seems too dry after mixing all ingredients, add a tablespoon or more of the half and half; you can also use whole milk.
How to make Corn Fritters?
- Start by whisking dry ingredients together (cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper).
- Add corn and toss with dry ingredients.
- Add onion, garlic, and pepper. Mix in.
- Whisk wet ingredients together (half and half, egg).
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- Add cheese and wet ingredients to the corn mixture.
- Mix well.
- Heat up oil in a pan, over medium heat.
- Pour ¼ cup of corn mixture into a pan and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
How to cut corn off the cob?
Start by removing the leaves and silk. Using a paper towel or running it under water helps. Next, stand the cob on a cutting board with the top pointing down and cut off the corn kernels by running the knife down, along the cob. You can also use tools like corn stripper. Use the corn in the recipe right away or place it in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
Recipe FAQs:
My favorite way is to serve them with my Veggie Dip, but plain sour cream works great too!
Yes, these fritters can be made ahead of time and reheated as needed in the microwave, air fryer or oven. Store them in a container, in the fridge for up to 3 days. Note that for the best texture, they should be served right after frying.
You can also use frozen corn but it needs to be thawed and patted dry (as best as possible). If you want to use canned corn, go for whole kernel corn, drain it, rinse, and pat dry.
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Corn Fritters
Ingredients
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup yellow cornmeal
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups corn see note
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup chopped yellow onion
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup half and half see note
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk dry ingredients together: cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup yellow cornmeal, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Add corn and toss with dry ingredients.2 cups corn
- Add onion, garlic and pepper. Mix in.2 teaspoons minced garlic, ½ cup chopped yellow onion, ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- In a small bowl or a glass measuring cup, whisk wet ingredients together (half and half and egg).¼ cup half and half, 1 large egg
- Add cheese and wet ingredients to corn mixture. Mix well.½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Heat up oil in a large skillet, over medium heat.vegetable oil
- Pour ¼ cup of corn mixture into a pan and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Serve with Ranch dip or sour cream.
Notes
- For the best texture and flavor use fresh corn off the cobs; you can also use frozen corn but it needs to be thawed and patted dry (as best as possible). If you want to use canned corn, go for whole kernel corn, drain it, rinse and pat dry.
- If the mixture seems too dry after mixing all ingredients, add a tablespoon or more of the half and half; you can also use whole milk
- Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
Jola says
I was very curious about this recipe because you described these corn fritters so beautifully. I wasn't disappointed. Everyone needs to try them!
Chris says
I was very curious about this recipe because you described these corn fritters so beautifully. I wasn't disappointed.
Necessarily everyone has to do it
Pam boyse says
Yes I made this recipe a few hours ago. Used canned milk instead of half and half,hatch pickled sliced jalepenos, onion powder, parsley flakes and the rest is pretty much in your recipe. I fried and ate one with sour cream.
BakerStevePA says
Never made corn fritters before, but these were really good. Very easy to put together and not a long amount of time start to finish. Thanks.
Julina says
Dear Anna, These are amazing for picnics!
I made the mixture and used the mixture in the "shapes" waffle maker, they were ready in a jiffy. So clean and simple.
Thank you so much for this recipe!
Anna says
Hi Julina! I just love that you made the fritters in the waffle maker! How fun! Thank you for making my recipe!
Annette Walsh says
Hi. What exactly is half and half? I live in Australia.
Anna says
Hi Annette! Half and half is made with equal parts of whole milk and cream. I hope this helps!
Amye says
Delicious recipe!! Saved and will make again!Thank you ☺️
Chris says
Omg these were perfect. I did as you suggested added a little extra half and half. Can you make these and freeze them and if so at what stage? So darn good.
KarenYautzy says
I’m blind or you forget to put amount of corn in your recipe
Anna says
Hi Karen! It's the 6th ingredient on the list.
Debra Wersching says
Made these tonight, they were awesome
Erin says
With a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious appetizer! Thanks!
Anna says
Thanks, Erin!
Cyd says
I've never had or made corn fritters before. Thank you for an easy, awesome recipe!
Anna says
Aren't they delicious? Thanks, Cyd!
Beth says
Yum! I can't wait to make these! They look so delicious and tasty!
Anna says
Thanks, Beth! I hope you love them!