Description

“These Homemade Corn Fritters are crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Made with fresh, canned, or frozen corn and paired with a tangy dipping sauce, they’re perfect for any snack or side dish.”

Ingredients

For the Fritters:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

1 large egg, beaten

3/4 cup milk

2 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

2 green onions, sliced

2–3 cups vegetable or canola oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

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Instructions

For the Fritters:
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the beaten egg and milk to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Add Corn and Green Onions: Fold in the corn kernels and green onions until evenly mixed.
- Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat 2-3 cups of oil over medium-high heat. Test oil temperature by dropping a small amount of batter; if it sizzles and turns golden, it’s ready.
- Fry the Fritters: Drop tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying 5-6 fritters at a time for 2 minutes until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels.
For the Sauce:
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and Cajun seasoning. Stir until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Add Herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can be added for an extra burst of flavor.

Spice Level: Adjust Cajun seasoning or cayenne pepper to your taste.

Vegan Version: Replace the egg and cheese with plant-based alternatives for a vegan-friendly version.

Cheese Variety: Use Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or pepper jack for a different flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack, Appetizer, Side Dish
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American