Air Fryer Corn Fritters
Air Fryer Corn Fritters is made with corn kernels, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, egg; air fry at 380°F for 14 minutes to serve 4. 175 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Roughly pulse half the corn kernels in a food processor or mash with a fork to release their starch — leave the other half whole for texture.
- 2
Combine flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, then stir in the beaten egg and sour cream.
- 3
Fold in both the mashed and whole corn kernels along with green onions and cilantro until just combined.
- 4
Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the air fryer basket, flatten slightly, and spray tops with cooking spray.
- 5
Air fry at 380°F for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
- 6
Serve warm with sour cream or sweet chili sauce for dipping.
Tip: Mashing half the corn is the key — it releases starches that help bind the fritters so they hold together without needing excess flour. If using frozen corn, make sure to pat the kernels very dry with paper towels to prevent soggy fritters.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 14 minutes vs ~22 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 175 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Corn Fritters at 380°F for 14 minutes. Mashing half the corn is the key — it releases starches that help bind the fritters so they hold together without needing excess flour. If using frozen corn, make sure to pat the kernels very dry with paper towels to prevent soggy fritters.
You need: 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen and thawed, or drained canned), ½ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup cornmeal, 1 large egg, beaten, 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, cooking spray, sour cream or sweet chili sauce for dipping. This recipe serves 4 with 175 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Corn Fritters takes 14 minutes total at 380°F. Serve warm with sour cream or sweet chili sauce for dipping.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 14 minutes at 380°F.
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