Description
These Irresistibly Crispy Cheesy Corn Fritters are packed with sweet corn, melty cheese, and fresh green onions. Golden and crunchy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
– 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
– 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
– 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
– 2 large eggs
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1/2 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1/2 tsp baking powder
– Vegetable oil or olive oil, for frying
– Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for topping (optional)
– Chopped chives or extra green onions, for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix corn kernels, shredded cheese, and green onions.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the corn mixture.
4. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and milk together. Pour into the corn batter and mix until combined. The batter will be thick.
5. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Scoop 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet for each fritter. Flatten slightly with a spoon.
7. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
8. Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter.
9. Serve hot with sour cream or yogurt and garnish with chives or green onions.
Notes
– Use fresh corn for extra sweetness and crunch.
– To make it spicy, add chopped jalapeños or cayenne.
– For gluten-free, substitute almond flour or gluten-free flour blend.
– Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to keep them crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: corn fritters, cheesy fritters, crispy corn fritters, savory pancakes, easy appetizer, fried corn cakes