Corn Fritters Recipe
These crispy, golden corn fritters are a delightful treat perfect for any meal or snack. Made with fresh corn kernels and a light, fluffy batter, they’re fried until beautifully browned and sprinkled with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar for a touch of sweetness. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they make for a wonderful appetizer or side dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 16 fritters (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Fritters
- 2 cups neutral oil, divided
- 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (56 g) cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp. (12 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. (4 g) baking powder
- 3/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 4 ears of corn, shucked, kernels removed (about 3 1/2 cups)
For Serving
- Confectioners’ sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large heavy pot fitted with an instant-read or deep-fry thermometer, heat all but 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until the thermometer reads 375°F (190°C). This temperature ensures the fritters will fry to a golden crisp without absorbing excess oil.
- Mix dry ingredients: While the oil heats, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt in a small bowl. This combination creates the light, crispy batter base for the fritters.
- Prepare batter with corn: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and the reserved 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the fresh corn kernels and stir to coat all the kernels well. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the corn mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Fry the fritters: Working in batches, use a 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop to drop heaping scoops of batter into the hot oil. Fry the fritters for 3 to 4 minutes until they become deep golden brown, flipping occasionally if needed. Remove them with a spider or slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Transfer the fritters to a serving platter and sprinkle generously with confectioners’ sugar for a subtle sweetness that complements the savory corn flavors.
- Make ahead: These fritters can be prepared up to 5 days ahead. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving to enjoy their crispy texture.
Notes
- Use neutral oil with a high smoke point like canola or vegetable oil for frying.
- Adjust the frying temperature as needed to maintain 375°F so the fritters fry evenly without burning.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep fritters light and tender.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid greasy fritters.
- Fresh corn works best, but frozen corn can be used; just thaw and drain well before adding.
- Leftover fritters can be reheated in a toaster oven or skillet to restore crispness.
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