Description
Jalapeño Popper Corn Fritters are a deliciously crispy treat that combines sweet corn, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese into bite-sized perfection. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in, these fritters deliver an exciting flavor experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With a golden crust and a cheesy interior, they’re perfect as appetizers or snacks. Easy to make and fun to customize, these fritters are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1–2 jalapeños, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by cutting fresh corn off the cob or thawing frozen kernels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Create a well in the dry ingredients; add egg, corn, and jalapeños. Mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg