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April 22, 2020 By Sara 17 Comments

Corn Fritters Recipe

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These corn fritters are crispy cakes filled with corn kernels, cheddar cheese and seasonings, all cooked together to golden brown perfection. An easy side dish that is the perfect way to showcase summer corn!

I’m always looking for unique and exciting ways to serve vegetables. Some of my favorite options include bacon wrapped asparagus, candied carrots and these delectable corn cakes.

These crispy corn fritters are easy to make and are the perfect appetizer or lighter main course. #corn #dinneratthezoo These crispy corn fritters are easy to make and are the perfect appetizer or lighter main course. #corn #dinneratthezoo

A stack of corn fritters topped with bacon, sour cream and green onions.

When summer corn is in season, I make corn fritters almost every week. They’re just that good! This recipe can be made with fresh, frozen or canned corn, which means you can enjoy these fritters all year round.

How do you make corn fritters?

This recipe starts with corn kernels, flour, a bit of sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper. Add eggs and milk to the mix, then stir to combine. The finishing touch is a handful of sliced green onions and some shredded cheddar cheese. Stir all of the ingredients together until a thick batter is formed. Heat vegetable oil in a pan, then add heaping spoonfuls of the batter. Cook the fritters on both sides until golden brown, then serve immediately and enjoy.

Flour, corn and seasonings in a mixing bowl.

HOW DO YOU CUT CORN OFF THE COB?

If you’re using fresh corn for these fritters, you’ll need to remove it from the cob before you can proceed with the recipe. There are a few simple ways to remove corn from the cob without making a big mess. One option is to buy a corn stripper, which is a tool designed for this exact use. If you’d rather not buy another kitchen tool, lay an ear of corn flat on a cutting board and carefully slice the kernels off. You can also stand the ear of corn inside a large mixing bowl, then slice the kernels off so that they’re all contained within the bowl.

Corn batter topped with green onions and shredded cheese.

Tips for the perfect corn cakes

  • I typically use fresh or thawed from frozen corn kernels for this recipe. You can use canned corn too, but canned corn often contains extra sodium, so you may want to cut back on the salt in the recipe.
  • The batter for the fritters can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 hours before you plan to use it.
  • Use a neutral flavored oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil, peanut oil or safflower oil.
  • Serve your fritters with a variety of toppings such as sour cream, green onions and bacon. Some people prefer to serve their fritters as a sweeter dish by adding a drizzle of honey over the top.

Corn fritter flavor variations

This is a basic recipe for corn fritters which are flavored with a hint of green onion and melted cheese. That being said, there are so many different ways to flavor your fritters!

  • Sweet: Omit the cheese, pepper and green onions. Increase the amount of sugar to 1 1/2 tablespoons. Serve the fritters with a drizzle of honey.
  • Protein: Add some meat to make these fritters more of a main course. I recommend trying bacon or finely diced ham.
  • Mexican Style: Stir in some diced jalapeno, lime juice and fresh cilantro, and swap out the cheddar cheese with pepper jack.

Corn cakes in a pan of oil.

How do you reheat corn fritters?

These fritters are best when served fresh from the pan, but you can also save them for later and reheat them with good results. Store the cooked fritters in the fridge, then reheat them on both sides in a hot pan with 1 tablespoon of oil, until they’re warmed through and crispy.

How do you keep fritters crispy?

The best way to keep your fritters crispy is to place the cooked fritters on a cooling rack in a single layer. If you stack the cakes on top of each other, they could steam and soften. If you’re not planning to serve the fritters immediately, you can put them in a 275 degrees F oven to stay warm.

A plate of corn fritters garnished with parsley, and topped with sour cream.

Can you freeze corn fritters?

You can freeze corn fritters for up to two months. Place them in a single layer in a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container. Heat the frozen fritters in a pan of oil until crispy and warmed through on both sides.

These fritters are the absolute best way to enjoy fresh corn – they’re light, crispy and packed with flavor!

More side dishes you’ll love

  • Green Bean Bundles
  • Garlic Butter Mushrooms
  • Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
  • Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
  • Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

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A stack of corn fritters topped with bacon, sour cream and green onions.
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Corn Fritters

These corn fritters are crispy cakes filled with corn kernels, cheddar cheese and seasonings, all cooked together to golden brown perfection. An easy side dish that is the perfect way to showcase summer corn!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword corn cakes, corn fritters
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 217kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 3 cups corn kernels fresh, thawed from frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/3 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • toppings such as sour cream, sliced green onions and crumbled bacon optional

Instructions

  • Place the corn kernels, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Add the eggs and milk. Stir until a thick batter forms. Add the green onions and cheddar cheese and gently stir to combine.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a deep pan over medium high heat. Place 2 tablespoon size mounds of the fritter mixture in the pan, then flatten them.
  • Cook the fritters for 3 minutes per side, or until they're golden brown and crispy. Repeat the process with any remaining batter.
  • Add toppings if desired, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 436mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 2mg

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Comments

  1. Art says

    January 15, 2021 at 6:20 am

    Will these stick together well enough that I can deep fry them as opposed to pan frying?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 15, 2021 at 8:43 am

      It’s a fairly liquid batter so I would pan fry!

      Reply
  2. Deb says

    October 4, 2020 at 1:34 pm

    5 stars
    Just made these this morning. They were perfect. I substituted one half cup of chickpea flour for 1/2 of the flour, omitted the sugar and added a dash of smoked paprika. Served them with Greek yogurt and scallions. Delicious!

    Reply
  3. Deborah says

    October 4, 2020 at 1:33 pm

    5 stars
    Just made these this morning. They were perfect. I substituted one half cup of chickpea flour for 1/2 of the flour, omitted the sugar and added a dash of smoked paprika. Served them with Greek yogurt and scallions. Delicious!

    Reply
  4. Don says

    September 27, 2020 at 5:38 am

    This recipe looks amazing…. definitely going to give it a try today with some fresh cobs I have!! Here’s a trick that I use to remove kernels from the cob……slide a fork into them and give it a twist!

    Reply
  5. Karen says

    June 30, 2020 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    These have become a family favorite! Delicious and not hard to make.

    Reply
  6. Jan says

    May 30, 2020 at 3:37 pm

    5 stars
    The kids are always asking for these! I love them also!

    Reply
  7. beti says

    May 7, 2020 at 12:19 pm

    5 stars
    YUMMY!! There corn fritters look SO delicious!

    Reply
  8. Jacque Hooper says

    May 7, 2020 at 11:26 am

    5 stars
    What a great recipe for summer corn! These look scrumptious; looking forward to giving these a try!

    Reply
  9. Laura Reese says

    May 2, 2020 at 1:39 pm

    We loved this side dish. It’s one I never had before but the corn and other flavors were delicious. Thanks!!

    Reply
  10. Emily says

    April 30, 2020 at 10:31 am

    5 stars
    These taste JUST LIKE the ones that my mom used to make! So good! Thank you so much for the recipe!!!

    Reply
  11. Vikki says

    April 29, 2020 at 10:49 pm

    5 stars
    I love this easy fritters recipe, perfect for my busy life!

    Reply
  12. Cathy says

    April 29, 2020 at 3:07 pm

    These are the perfect texture! I’ll definitely be making them all summer long!

    Reply
  13. Catalina says

    April 29, 2020 at 6:54 am

    5 stars
    These corn fritters look so good! I would like to make them tonight!

    Reply
  14. katerina @ diethood.com says

    April 29, 2020 at 4:47 am

    5 stars
    These corn fritters look AMAZING!! I can’t wait to try make them for my family!

    Reply
  15. Amanda says

    April 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

    5 stars
    These are by far the best looking corn fritters I have ever seen!

    Reply
  16. Jessica says

    April 28, 2020 at 3:28 pm

    Ooh. these look wildly delicious and cheesy…

    Reply

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