Crispy corn fritters are a side or main dish all can appreciate.

Learn how to make corn fritters.

Serve them as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a fun side dish for dinners this week.

Southern Living Corn Fritters on a platter to serve

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There’smaque choux,corn chowder,corn pudding, and so much more.

Instead of pancakes or waffles, try this doughy delight during summer.

They are a quick option that comes together easily and lets that fresh corn be the star.

Southern Living Corn Fritters ingredients

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Fritters are light and puffy, while hush puppies are a bit more dense.

To reheat, bake at 375F until heated through.

Add egg, melted shortening, and milk.

Southern Living Corn Fritters heating the oil to fry

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Using a whisk or large spoon, stir vigorously for 2-3 minutes until smooth.

Be sure to give enough space to not overcrowd fritters.

Fry until golden brown, 10-15 minutes.

Southern Living Corn Fritters sifting together the dry ingredients

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Turn once while frying to ensure a complete cook and crisp outside all around.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frozen or canned corn can be substituted for fresh corn in corn fritters.

verify to thaw and drain before using.

Southern Living Corn Fritters whisking the batter together

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double-check to check your oil temperature periodically throughout the frying process.

If your oil temperature drops, the fritters will soak up excess oil while cooking, leaving them soggy.

If using frozen or canned corn, double-check to drain well to eliminate excess moisture.

Southern Living Corn Fritters stirring in the corn

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Always spoon and level dry ingredients to verify your measurements are consistent.

Southern Living Corn Fritters draining on paper towels

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