Air Fryer Corn Fritters
Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside—these easy Air Fryer Corn Fritters are a must-try! Made with juicy, fresh sweet corn, cheddar, chives, and basic pantry staples, they're the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish. Quick, no-mess, and kid-approved!
Servings 12 fritters
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Ingredients
- 2 cups corn (about 4 ears with the kernels removed)
- ½ cup cornmeal
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
- 1 jalapeno seeded and finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all fritter ingredients except frying oil to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons fritter mixture to form each fritter in the basket of your air fryer. Flatten the batter a bit as necessary. Cook in batches of about 3 to 4, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook in air fryer at 370°F for 10 minutes. Serve when cooked through and crispy on the outside.
- Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream and chives for garnish.
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Notes
- Use a cookie scoop to scoop fritter batter for uniform size fritters.
- Salt your fritters just after they cook while they're still warm.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat, cook in the air fryer at 370°F for about 2-4 minutes or until heated through and crispy on the outside.
- Freezer Directions: Lay cooked air fryer zucchini fritters flat in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Place in the freezer for an hour or 2. Transfer fritters to a large freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before following the reheating above.