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Country Corn Cake Bites

  • Preparation time
    40 min
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Number of servings
    9

Indulge in the comforting flavors of the countryside with these delightful country corn cake bites. Made with a combination of sweet corn, savory herbs, and a touch of cheese, these bite-sized treats are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. To serve, these country corn cake bites can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a tangy dipping sauce like sour cream, salsa, or a spicy aioli. They make a fantastic appetizer for gatherings or a tasty side dish for barbecues and picnics. These country corn cake bites are a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, offering a burst of sweet and savory flavors in every bite.

Ingredients
  • Vegetable oil, as needed -- 1/2 oz
  • Corn, fresh, cut from the cob -- 1-1/3 cup
  • Shallot, minced -- 1-1/4 oz
  • Garlic, minced -- 1 tbsp
  • Scallions, thinly sliced -- 2 tbsp
  • Bacon, cooked, crumbled -- 1/4 cup
  • All purpose flour -- 3 tbsp
  • Milk -- 3 fl oz
  • Eggs, whole, raw, fresh -- 1
  • Chef-mate White Cheddar Cheese Sauce -- 1-1/3 cup
  • Bread, white, fresh or commercially prepared soft bread crumbs -- 1 cup
  • Bread crumbs, Panko, as needed -- 1 oz
  • Sour cream -- 2/3 cup
Preparation
  • 1
    Sauté the corn, shallot, and garlic until soft. Stir in the scallions and bacon. Add flour and stir to coat all ingredients. Add milk and stir until mixture has thickened.
  • 2
    Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Fold in egg and 2/3 cup Chef-mate White Cheddar Cheese Sauce and bread crumbs.
  • 3
    Portion into one inch balls, roll in panko bread crumbs, press to flatten. Place on a parchment lined sheet tray and freeze for one hour.
  • 4
    Combine remaining Chef-mate White Cheddar Cheese Sauce with sour cream for dipping sauce.
  • 5
    To serve, bake 6 patties at 400°F for 10-12 minutes or until browned and heated through. Serve with 1/2 cup of the sour cream dipping sauce.
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