These Corn Fritters with Pancake Mix are golden on the outside and soft on the inside. The sweet corn kernels make a delicious burst of flavor and texture. You can use fresh corn off the cob or canned. They are so easy to make and even easier to love. Give this corn fritters recipe a try!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe is quick, beginner-friendly, and uses simple pantry ingredients. It’s vegetarian and can be made dairy-free by swapping the buttermilk.
Cornmeal adds texture and crunch. Red bell peppers and green onions bring color and flavor. You'll love how these fritters come together in one large bowl and cook up fast.
Fry them in canola oil, and be sure to drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Ingredients
Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:
- Pancake mix
- Large egg
- Buttermilk
- Red bell pepper
- Corn kernels
- Spring onions
- Olive oil
Dipping Sauce (optional):
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Make the Batter:
1. In a medium bowl, combine pancake mix, beaten egg, buttermilk, red bell pepper, corn kernels, and spring onions.
2. Mix well until the batter is smooth and everything is evenly distributed.
Cook the Fritters:
3. Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and brush with olive oil.
4. Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter and pour into the pan. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, just like pancakes.
5. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes with the lid on, until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
7. Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Substitutions & Variations
- Ingredient Swap
No buttermilk? Use regular milk with a splash of vinegar.
No red bell pepper? Try grated carrots or zucchini. - Variation
Add cheddar, jalapenos, or cooked sausage for a heartier fritter.
You can also mix in fresh green onions for brightness. - Mistake to Avoid
Don’t overcrowd the pan—it lowers the temperature and makes them soggy. - Storage Tips
- These fritters don’t do well in the freezer beyond 1 month.
- In the refrigerator, store in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
- Reheat in a pan or toaster oven to bring back the crispiness.
FAQs
Corn Fritters with Pancake Mix
Ingredients
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1 large egg beaten
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ¼ red bell pepper deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups canned corn kernels drained
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped spring onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Dipping Sauce (optional):
- aioli
- ranch
- ketchup
- cheese sauce
- maple syrup
Instructions
Make the Batter:
- In a medium bowl, combine pancake mix, beaten egg, buttermilk, red bell pepper, corn kernels, and spring onions.
- Mix well until the batter is smooth and everything is evenly distributed.
Cook the Fritters:
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and brush with olive oil.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of batter and pour into the pan. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, just like pancakes.
- Flip and cook for another 2 minutes with the lid on, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
Serve:
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
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Kids are home from school, demanding a snack, and you're out of ideas? These Corn Fritters with Pancake Mix are quick, crispy, and kid-approved!
Julius says
Looks simple and delicious, right? 😊
Lizzy L says
This tasted amazing and love how easy it is to make, thanks Lainey! 🤩🤩🤩
Anika says
Delicious!!!
Sweet says
Yummy! I wanna try these pancakes!
Dimple says
Interesting!
Ani says
Love all your recipes, Lainey!
Sheeeenyy says
These corn fritters were a hit! Crispy outside, soft inside, and so easy to make with pancake mix. Definitely adding this to my go-to snack list!
Claire M says
How do you make this so fluffy? Mine looks flat..
Ching says
Wow. I'd love to try this soon. Thanks for sharing another simple recipe. Keep them coming! 🙂
Kian Cablinda says
This looks good for breakfast!