Cheddar Cheese Corn Fritters
Crispy, golden, and loaded with bold flavors, these Cheddar Cheese Corn Fritters are the perfect appetizer or snack to satisfy your cravings. Made with a delightful blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour for a crunchy texture, these fritters are studded with sweet corn kernels, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh scallions. A touch of paprika and black pepper adds a subtle kick, while the melted butter and milk ensure a moist, tender bite. Quickly fried to perfection in vegetable oil, these savory treats are ready in just 25 minutes and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces, sour cream, or guacamole. Ideal for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a fun addition to your dinner table, these fritters bring a cheesy, comforting twist to classic finger food. Perfect for game days, parties, or any time a snack attack hits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup canned sweet corn, drained
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 units scallions, chopped
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the drained sweet corn, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped scallions until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Working in batches, drop heaping tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, pressing down slightly to flatten each fritter.
Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, sour cream, or a dollop of guacamole. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.5 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3329 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.8 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 66.6 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1105 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
