Description
Looking for the perfect balance of crispy, cheesy, and sweet in one bite? These Crispy Edges Sweet Corn Fritters are the answer! Ideal for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, or a crowd-pleasing snack, they’re loaded with golden corn, melty cheese, and fresh herbs. This easy recipe turns simple pantry ingredients into irresistible fritters that are soft inside with deliciously caramelized edges. Whether you’re after healthy snack ideas or crave-worthy brunch food ideas, this one’s a guaranteed hit.
Ingredients
2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 green onions, finely sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or cilantro
2–3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Stir in corn kernels, green onions, cheese, and herbs.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, and sour cream until smooth.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
5. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
6. Scoop 1/4 cup batter per fritter into pan; press to flatten.
7. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
8. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining batter.
9. Serve warm with sour cream and fresh herbs.
Notes
Don’t overmix the batter; stir just until combined for fluffy fritters.
Use medium heat for crispy edges without burning.
To reheat, use a skillet or toaster oven to keep them crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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