Corn Fritters Recipe & Video (2024)

Jan 9, 2024 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

These easyCorn Frittersare sweet, delicate, and filling. They can be prepared with fresh, frozen, or canned corn. Simple recipe – great taste!

Made with sweet corn, bell pepper, herbs, eggs, and flour, these corn fritters are bursting with flavor and hold their shape well. Kids and adults love them, and they make a great side dish or snack.

Now that I’ve inspired you to make this Corn Fritter recipe, let’s get down to basics.

Video Tutorial

What Kind of Corn to Use?

These can be made withcanned,frozen(and thawed), orfreshcornwith great success.

• If using fresh summer corn, just slice the corn off the cob with a small sharp knife, turning the ear as you go.
• If using frozen corn kernels, thaw them first, by putting them in a sieve and running them under warm water.
• If using canned corn, drain the liquid using a strainer.

Main Ingredients

• Flour.Use regular all-purpose flour. Other flours, like whole wheat flour, can be used, too.
• Baking Powder.Gives a nice lift to the fritters.
• Egg.Can substitute with "flax-egg" for a vegan option.
• Corn.Use fresh, frozen (and thawed), or canned corn. This is a great way to use up leftover corn cobs.
• Bell Pepper.Jalapeno can be used instead, for a bit of spiciness.
• Parsley.Cilantro or dill can be used instead.
• Chives.Or scallions.
• Olive Oil.I prefer to use extra virgin olive oil, but any oil will do, including vegetable oil.
• Salt & Black Pepper.You can add garlic powder or onion powder if you like.

How to Make Corn Fritters

1. Prepare the batter by whisking together the flour, baking powder, egg, and water in a medium bowl. When the batter is smooth, add the olive oil, salt, and pepper and mix well.

2. To the batter, add the corn, bell pepper, parsley, and chives. Mix it well and set aside.

3. Heat up a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour about 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil onto it. Add a heaping tablespoon of the batter to the skillet with hot oil, and flatten out the tops slightly to make the fritters even. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. If they brown too quickly, reduce the heat. Place the corn fritters on a paper towel-lined plate. The paper towels will absorb excess oil.

Recipe variations

• Add cheese.Add a little bit of cheddar cheese to these fritters. A little cheese can give this corn recipe great flavor and some cheesy texture. I like sharp cheddar for this.
• Make it spicy.Add some cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or red pepper flakes to add some spice to these sweet corn fritters.
• Add onion.Try this easy corn fritters recipe with green onions or red onion for more flavor. They will caramelize in the heat.
• Make them extra sweet.Add maple syrup to these crispy fritters for a delicious sweetness.

How to store and reheat Corn Fritters

Store the crispy corn fritters in an airtight container. They can last in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just microwave or reheat on the stove for a few minutes. Reheating in a frying pan or deep frying them will give them back their crispiness.

How to make these fritters healthier

If you’d like to save some calories and make these fritters healthier, I suggest baking them instead of frying them. To do that, you can:

a)Lightly spray a non-stick muffin tin with oil, and divide the corn mixture between the 12 muffin cups. Bake for about 15 minutes at 350°F.

or

b)Lay parchment paper on a cookie sheet and add a heaping tablespoon of the corn mixture. Bake for about 15 minutes at 350°F. Baking thesecorn fritterson parchment paper means we don’t need oil to keep them from sticking.

What to Serve with Corn Fritters

Serve these fritterswith a fresh saladon the side for a filling and healthy lunch. Or serve these as a snackwith a dipping sauceon the side. Here are some dipping sauce ideas:

• Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce
• Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce
• Yogurt
• A Dollop of Sour Cream

I hope you enjoy these delicious Corn Fritters! Please, let me know how you liked the by leaving a comment or a star rating. Printable recipe and nutrition information is located in the recipe card right below!

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• Broccoli Fritters
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This recipe was inspired by Gordon Ramsay.