Best 8 Calico Corn Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is Calico Corn Cakes, a tantalizing culinary creation that brings together the vibrant colors and textures of corn, peppers, and cheese. Originating from the kitchens of the American South, these delectable cakes are a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage, where fresh, local ingredients are transformed into dishes that warm the heart and soul.

Crafted with a blend of sweet corn kernels, diced bell peppers, and a symphony of herbs and spices, Calico Corn Cakes offer a delightful balance of flavors that dance on the palate. The addition of grated cheese, whether sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, or a combination of both, adds a luscious gooeyness that elevates the dish to new heights.

These versatile cakes can be enjoyed as a hearty breakfast, a savory brunch, or a satisfying lunch, accompanied by a variety of sides to complement their vibrant flavors. From crispy bacon and sunny-side-up eggs to fresh fruit and tangy yogurt, the possibilities are endless.

In this article, you'll find a collection of Calico Corn Cake recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to try something new, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your Calico Corn Cakes turn out perfect every time.

So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the American South. Let's dive into the world of Calico Corn Cakes and discover the magic they bring to your table.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CORN CAKES



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This is a light, easy to prepare recipe with Mexican flavors. Corn cakes make a nice snack, a vegetarian main course served with salad or other vegetables or perhaps a side dish to accompany fish, chicken or meat.

Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 corncakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup finely diced red onion
1 avocado, finely diced
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 Roma tomato, finely diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup crumbled Cotija
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup fresh sweet corn kernels (from about 2 ears of corn)
4 cloves garlic, grated
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 lime, zested and juiced
Vegetable oil, for frying
Sea salt, for finishing

Steps:

  • For the avocado salsa: Mix the red onion, avocado, lime zest and juice and tomato in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • For the corn cakes: Whisk together the Cotija, flour, cumin, paprika and egg in a medium bowl until incorporated. Add the corn, garlic, scallions and lime zest. Fold together until incorporated. Set aside.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat to around 350 degrees F.
  • In batches, add 2-tablespoon scoops of the batter and fry until golden and crisp, 2 to 2 1/2 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with sea salt and drizzle over some of the lime juice.
  • Serve the corn cakes hot, topped with the avocado salsa.

GRILLED CORN CAKES



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 14m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 cup stone ground yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
1 large egg or 2 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Coat a large griddle with cooking spray and preheat to medium-high.
  • In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. Mix well with a fork and make a well in the center.
  • In small bowl, whisk together milk, honey, oil, and egg. Pour mixture into center of dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
  • Pour 1/4 cup batter onto griddle for each corn cake. Cook 2 minutes per side, until puffed up, golden brown and cooked through.

CONFETTI CORN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons good olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 small orange bell pepper, 1/2-inch diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kernels cut from 5 ears yellow or white corn (4 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil, minced fresh chives, and/or minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, until the onion is soft. Stir in the bell pepper and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Over medium heat, add the corn, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until the corn just loses its starchiness. Season to taste, gently stir in the basil or other green herbs, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calorie, Fat 9.5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 494 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 6 grams

IMPOSSIBLY EASY CALICO CORN AND BACON PIE



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Try 3 easy steps to get a savory pie in the oven. Use the do-ahead tip to get dinner on the table even quicker.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 can (7 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
1 jar (2 oz) diced pimientos, drained
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2/3 cup Original Bisquick™ or Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
1 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the crumbled cooked bacon for garnish. Sprinkle remaining bacon, the onion, bell pepper, corn and pimientos in pie plate.
  • In medium bowl, stir remaining ingredients except sour cream until blended. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve garnished with sour cream and reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CALICO CORN PANCAKES



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Provided by Jim Fobel

Categories     Vegetable     Breakfast     Brunch     Side     Fry     Thanksgiving     Bacon     Corn     Fall     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 16 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
1 16-ounce bag frozen corn, thawed, drained
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup sliced pimientos, well drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Generous pinch of black pepper
1/2 cup whipping cream
3 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels. Pour all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet into small bowl; reserve. Add corn to skillet; brown well, about 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water; boil until all liquid evaporates, stirring often. Transfer to large bowl; cool.
  • Mix bacon, pimientos and next 8 ingredients into corn mixture. Mix in whipping cream and egg yolks, then flour and baking powder. Beat egg whites in medium bowl until stiff but not dry. Stir 1/4 of egg whites into batter to lighten. Fold in remaining egg whites.
  • Heat large skillet over medium heat. Brush with some of reserved bacon drippings. Working in batches, spoon batter into skillet by 1/4 cupfuls; spread with back of spoon to form 3-inch pancakes. Cook until golden, about 2 minutes per side, brushing skillet with drippings as needed. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool; cover and chill. Rewarm on baking sheet in 350°F oven until heated through, about 10 minutes.)

CALICO CORN SALAD



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With a full-time job and my own catering business, I appreciate delicious food that can be prepared ahead, like this colorful zippy salad. My family and friends are glad to sample the new dishes I prepare, especially when they turn out as good as this one. -Henry Tindal, Red Bank, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed
4 small zucchini, finely chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 to 2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, zucchini, red pepper, chilies and onion. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and stir gently. Chill for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COUNTRY CORNCAKES



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Although we live in a suburban area, we are lucky to have plenty of farms nearby where we can purchase fresh corn. But, when it's out of season, I substitute canned or frozen corn in this favorite recipe. -Anne Frederick, New Hartford, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 14 corncakes.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
Optional: sour cream, 6 bacon strips cooked and crumbed and 2 Tbsp minced chives

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; make a well in the center. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and butter; pour into well and stir just until blended. Gently stir in corn; do not overmix. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. , Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Turn when bubbles form on the top, 2-3 minutes. Cook until second side is golden brown. Top with the sour cream, bacon and chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FRESH CORN CAKES



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Corn's always been the basis of my favorite recipes-in fact, these corn cakes were one of the first things I made for my husband. For dinner, they're nice with fresh fruit salad and ham. They're also great with breakfast sausage and orange juice. Tom works for the highway department on Mount Hood, and we live at its base. Our children are 19, 16 and 13.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 20 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow or blue cornmeal
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup cooked whole kernel corn
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
Oil for frying
Maple syrup, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks; blend in milk and butter. Add to dry ingredients; stir until just mixed. (Batter may be slightly lumpy). , Stir in the corn, green onions, red pepper and green chilies; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into batter. , For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup batter onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on tops of cakes. Cook second side until golden brown. Serve immediately with syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh corn kernels. Fresh corn kernels have a sweeter flavor and a more tender texture than canned or frozen corn kernels.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the corn cakes tough.
  • Cook the corn cakes over medium heat. Cooking the corn cakes over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the corn cakes immediately. Corn cakes are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Calico corn cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. They are perfect for summer cookouts or potlucks. With their sweet flavor and tender texture, calico corn cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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