Sweetcorn fritters are a brunch classic — sweet corn in a light batter, crisped golden. The air fryer does them with just a spray of oil, no spitting frying pan. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make sweetcorn fritters in an air fryer?
A: Mix corn into a thick batter, shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes.
Q: How do you stop them spreading?
A: Keep the batter thick, and shape firm patties on baking paper.
The method
Mix sweetcorn with flour, egg, spring onion and a little milk into a thick, scoopable batter — not runny, or the fritters spread. Shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry until crisp and golden, turning once. Lovely with a poached egg or sweet chilli sauce.
The recipe
Air Fryer Sweetcorn Fritters
Ingredients
- 300g sweetcorn
- 80g flour, 1 egg
- Spring onion, splash of milk
- Oil spray
Method
- Mix into a thick batter.
- Shape into patties; spray with oil.
- Single layer; air fry at 190°C for 10–12 min.
- Turn once until crisp and golden.
Tips
- Thick batter so they hold shape.
- Spray with oil for a golden crisp.
- Don't overcrowd the basket.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make sweetcorn fritters in an air fryer?
Mix corn into a thick batter with flour, egg and spring onion, shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry at 190°C for 10–12 minutes, turning once.
How do you stop fritters falling apart?
Keep the batter thick and scoopable rather than runny, shape firm patties, and don't move them until they've set and crisped on the first side.
Can you make them vegan?
Yes — swap the egg for a flax egg or a spoonful of chickpea flour, and use plant milk.