Fritters are small, sweet or savory fried foods. They are popular in almost every culture.  In the South, corn fritters reign.
These are very good, and almost funnel cake-like.

Oil for frying (I always use olive, not virgin)
2 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
4 tbsp sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 cup whole corn, drained
Powdered Sugar for serving

Heat cooking oil to approximately 350 degrees.  Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.  Combine eggs, milk and butter.  Fold egg mixture into dry ingredients.  Add corn last.  Drop by tablespoons into hot oil and deep fry for about 5 minutes; turning periodically or until golden brown.  Sprinkle with powdered sugar