Maine Blueberry Corn Fritters

A sweet and crispy fried dessert from the coast of Maine, these blueberry corn fritters are a delightful summer treat that combines the freshness of locally caught blueberries with the comfort of warm corn fritters.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1/2 cup Cornmeal
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 egg Large Eggs
• 3/4 cup Milk
• 1 cup Blueberries
• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
• 2 cup Vegetable Oil, for frying
• 1/4 cup Buttermilk
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.

3. 3

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.

4. 4

   Gently fold in the blueberries.

5. 5

   Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.

6. 6

   Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the batter into the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

7. 7

   Drain the fritters on paper towels and serve warm.

8. 8

   To make the blueberry dipping sauce, combine 1 cup blueberries and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries have broken down and the mixture has thickened.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

💡 Pro Tips

For an extra crispy coating, chill the batter in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying. To prevent the fritters from becoming too dense, don't overmix the batter. Store the fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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