Last Updated on March 26, 2022 by Anne-Marie

This gluten-free corn fritters recipe is savory and not sweet. Serve this corn fritter recipe for Pancake Tuesday or any time of the year.

Why this recipe works

Try corn fritters as a different sort of pancake for Shrove (Pancake) Tuesday.

Don’t let the name fool you! This gluten-free corn fritter recipe is a pancake recipe.

Pancakes versus corn fritters

So what’s the difference between this corn fritter recipe and a pancake made with the same ingredients?

According to The Old Foodie: “Not much really.” HA!

Some corn fritter recipes are thick and pancake-like, while others look like deep-fried blobs of dough.

My gluten-free corn fritter recipe is more pancake-like. It’s also reasonably wholesome since it’s not deep-fried.

Ingredients

• all-purpose gluten-free flour
• baking powder
• salt
• ground black pepper
• sugar or a sugar substitute like monk fruit sweetener
• dairy-free milk
• large eggs
• golden sweet corn
• chopped onions
• ham, bacon, pancetta, or sausage (optional)
• Cooking spray
• Ketchup, pancake syrup, or other sweet syrup for serving

How to make this gluten free corn fritter recipe

Make a stack of this easy corn fritters recipe is perfect for Pancake Day.

1. Heat pancake griddle, nonstick skillet, or frying pan.
2. Combine all-purpose gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar in a large bowl.
3. Add eggs to dairy-free milk in a small bowl and beat until combined.
4. Pour milk and eggs into the flour mixture and stir until combined. Add corn, onions, and ham if used. If the batter seems too thick, add more milk.
5. Grease pan with cooking spray. (You can also use vegetable oil, olive oil, butter, buttery spread, or even grease leftover from cooking up the bacon.)
6. Using a 1/4 cup measure, spoon out the batter onto the hot pan. Cook the pancake until each side is golden brown.
7. Keep corn fritters warm in the oven until served on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Separate layers of fritters with a paper towel, so they don’t stick. They’ll also help soak up any excess oil.
8. Store leftover fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Heat up the next day in the microwave.

FAQs

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, this corn fritter recipe is gluten-free because it uses Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour.

It’s my favorite all-purpose gluten-free flour because it cooks up just like regular flour.

(Learn how to measure flour correctly for the best results in your everyday cooking and baking.)

Check out my Best Gluten-Free Products List to find more of my favorite gluten-free baking products!

Can I make this dairy-free?

Yes, you can make dairy-free corn fritters. Just use any variety of dairy-free milk you like.

Initially, I used plain rice milk (no sugar added). These days I swear by unsweetened coconut milk.

You can also try unsweetened soy milk, almond milk, or oat milk.

I recommend only using unsweetened varieties since you’re adding sweetener. If you only have sweetened milk, eliminate the sugar or sugar substitute.

Why are my fritters soggy?

If you want crispier fritters, here’s what you need to do:

1) Increase the amount of corn. That’s because there’s too much batter in them! Less batter makes a crispier fritter.

2) Use fresh corn, not canned or frozen. (That’s because fresh corn is drier and not watery.)

Check out this Easy Gluten-Free Skillet Cornbread Recipe to learn how to remove fresh corn from the cob.

3) Substitute some cornflour or corn starch for the flour. (Both are gluten-free, so not a problem!)

4) Add some parmesan or cheddar cheese to the batter. Cheese gets crispy when it melts.

Can I make this a sugar-free recipe?

Yes, corn fritters can be made sugar-free by using a sugar substitute.

I like using monk fruit sweetener or Swerve. Both are all-natural, no-calorie sweeteners with no funky aftertaste.

Do I have to use whole eggs?

I used whole eggs in my easy corn fritter recipe.

Lower the fat by using the equivalent of two eggs worth of eggs whites.

What kind of meat can I use in this recipe?

When I lived in Georgia, I used country ham, the Southern version of prosciutto, in my corn fritters.

Instead, you can use:

• thick deli ham
• meaty bacon
• pancetta
• Italian sausage
• spicy chorizo

This is also a great way to use leftover turkey breast or Instant Pot ham from Thanksgiving.

Can I make this a vegetarian or vegan recipe?

Yes, you can!

Leave out the meat altogether in this recipe. Instead, add sautéed diced peppers or mushrooms to make this a vegetarian corn fritter recipe!

If you want to make vegan corn fritters, use an egg substitute like:

• Follow Your Heart egg substitute
• Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Egg Replacer

How to serve corn fritters

Just because these corn fritters are savory, it doesn’t mean you can put your favorite sweet syrup such as:

• real maple syrup
• agave nectar
• honey
• sorghum syrup

Or check out these 14 Best Substitutes for Maple Syrup for more topping ideas.

My family likes these yummy corn fritters with ketchup, including my homemade Green Tomato Ketchup, as shown in the picture above. Seriously AMAZING!

You can also serve these with a little bit of sour cream.

More pancake recipes

If you’re looking for more pancake recipes for Shrove (Pancake) Tuesday, give these a try:

● Are you a traditionalist? Then try this Best Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes Recipe or this High Protein Oatmeal Pancakes Recipe.

● This Zucchini Fritters Recipe is a terrific way to use extra zucchini from the garden.

● If you like sweet potatoes, you have to make Sweet Potato Pancakes.

● If you love crepes, try this Gluten-Free Crepes Recipe or this Easy Rice Flour Crepes Recipe.

● Want something a little fancier? Try this Gluten-Free Waffle Cake Recipe. Serve them with this sugar-free Keto Strawberry Sauce Recipe or Vegan Caramel Sauce Recipe.

What do you cook your pancakes on, a stovetop griddle, an electric griddle, or a frying pan?

Originally posted on December 12, 2013 and February 26, 2017. Updated with new pictures and information.