Kids

Baked Sweet Corn Fritters

Soft, golden corn fritters baked until lightly crisp on the edges and tender inside, with sweet corn in every bite. They make a simple, kid-friendly snack or light meal with a gentle savory flavor.

Ingredients

• sweet corn kernels, fresh or thawed1 cup
• plain flour1/2 cup
• baking powder1 tsp
• milk1/3 cup
• egg1
• spring onion, finely sliced1
• cheddar cheese, grated1/4 cup
• salt1/4 tsp
• black peppera pinch
• butter or oil, for greasing1 tsp

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C and lightly grease a baking tray or line it with baking paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a second bowl, beat the egg with the milk, then add the sweet corn, spring onion, and grated cheese.
4. Tip the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Spoon heaped tablespoons of the batter onto the tray, leaving a little space between each fritter.
6. Flatten each mound lightly with the back of a spoon so they bake evenly.
7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once halfway if needed, until golden and cooked through.
8. Serve warm, plain or with a little yogurt or tomato sauce.