Pan-Fried Fresh Corn Cakes with Cheese

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Light, sweet corn cakes made from fresh kernels and flour, topped with melted cheese and pan-fried to golden perfection. This Latin American-inspired street-food recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers fresh corn kernels, all-purpose flour, salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups (250g) fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup (25g) shredded cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 cups (250g) fresh corn kernels, 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; mix until well combined.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3: Drop the corn mixture by heaping tablespoons into the skillet and flatten slightly. Cook for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.