Corn and Bacon Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Corn and Bacon Fritters are a savory delight perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any snack-worthy occasion. Made with sweet corn kernels, crispy crumbled bacon, and a touch of scallions for freshness, these fritters are light yet satisfying. The batter, enriched with milk and eggs, delivers a tender texture, while frying in hot oil ensures irresistibly crunchy edges. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is ideal for sharing, whether served with a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of maple syrup, or your favorite dipping sauce. Packed with sweet, smoky, and salty flavors, these fritters are a sure crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Keywords: corn fritters, bacon fritters, easy fritter recipe, savory fritters, corn recipes, brunch recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Bacon
• 1.5 cups Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Scallions (green onions), finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Start by cooking the bacon. Place the slices in a large skillet over medium heat and cook until they are crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat it dry with paper towels. If using canned corn, drain and pat dry.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and granulated sugar.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. The batter should be smooth and thick.

Step 5

Gently fold the crumbled bacon, corn kernels, and chopped scallions into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of batter (about 2 tablespoons each) into the skillet, flattening slightly with the back of the spoon.

Step 7

Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet.

Step 8

Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(832.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2166.4

Total Fat 151.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 430.5mg	0%
Sodium 2673.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 55.2g	0%

Vitamin D 143.4IU	0%
Calcium 244.2mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1538.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 29.2%