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    Home » All Recipes » Appetizers

    Crispy Vegan Corn Fritters

    June 10, 2019 By Melissa Huggins / 101 Comments

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    Vegan Corn Fritters – the perfect crispy bite! Loaded with corn, bell peppers, and green onions, these fritters are packed with flavor and done in 25 minutes or less!

    stack of four vegan corn fritters on a black plate. Topped with vegan sour cream and green onions.

    (This recipe was originally published here on March 21st, 2016. I refreshed the photos and simplified the recipe)

    If you love crispy food and anything with corn, you're going to LOVE these Vegan Corn Fritters! They are so easy to whip up and my family goes crazy for them. You don't need any special ingredients or equipment either - just a large non-stick skillet to crisp them up.

    These fritters are not deep-fried, and I don't use a lot of oil either. I use just enough to coat the pan which is about 1.5 tablespoons per batch. They turn golden and crisp up beautifully! You've gotta try them!

    Overhead view of corn fritters in a black serving dish with dip on the side.

    Serving Suggestions

    You can enjoy them as an appetizer, side, or even for breakfast! They are full of flavor, so you can eat them as is or dunk them in your favorite dipping sauce.

    I made a Green Onion Dip for these, but I also enjoy them with Vegan Sour Cream, Salsa, Ranch Dip, Hot Sauce, Creamy Chipotle Sauce, or a drizzle of Maple Syrup. Anything goes!

    Ingredients Needed

    (full ingredient amounts in recipe card below)

    All-purpose flour
    Cornmeal
    Baking powder
    Granulated garlic
    Salt and pepper
    Unsweetened non-dairy milk
    Canned or frozen corn
    Red bell pepper
    Green onions
    Oil for frying

    Feel free to add more seasoning to suit your taste buds. You can add ¼-1/2 teaspoon of cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, coriander, or smoked paprika.

    Also, you can swap out the bell peppers for poblano peppers for mild heat or serrano peppers for spicy heat. You can also omit the peppers and substitute with more corn if you don't like them.

    If you don't like green onions, you can swap them out for ⅓ cup of chopped cilantro or basil and add a sprinkle of onion powder to the mix. It all works!

    How to make Vegan Corn Fritters

    four process photos of making batter in a mixing bowl.

    • STEP 1: Add the flour, cornmeal, garlic, baking powder, salt, and pepper to a large mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.
    • STEP 2: Add the milk and whisk until just combined. The batter should be thick, but if it looks dry, a few teaspoons of milk or oil to moisten.
    • STEP 3: Now add the corn, bell pepper, and green onions. Fold with a Mixing Spatula to combine well.

    four process photos of frying batter in a pan.

    STEP 4: Heat up a Large Non-Stick Skillet over medium heat for a few minutes. When the pan is hot, add the oil and wait until it shimmers. Using a Large Cookie Scoop place 3 tablespoons of batter into the pan (you can also use a ¼ measuring cup, but only fill ¾ of the way).

    The batter should sizzle when it hits the pan. If it doesn't, let your pan heat for another 30 seconds before adding more batter. Gently press down the mound to flatten the fritter. Place down more batter in a clockwise pattern until you run out of room. Don't crowd the pan or the fritters won't crisp well.

    STEP 5: Cook fritters for 2-4 minutes or until golden brown. Using a Small Spatula, check under the first fritter you placed to see if it's ready, then flip and repeat on the other side. Check the rest in the same clockwise direction and flip when ready. The other side will likely cook faster so keep an eye on them. If the pan is smoking, turn down the heat.

    STEP 6: Place fritters on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat the method until all batter is gone.

    overhead view of dunking fritter into dip.

    Can I bake them?

    Well, you can, but they won't have the same crispness that the fried does. The texture was a little different too, but they still tasted delicious. I prefer them in the pan using minimal oil, but If you want to try baking them, here's what you'll need to do:

    • Preheat your oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
    • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil.
    • Place 3 tablespoons of batter on the sheet leaving a few inches in between each fritter (you can use a large cookie scoop or almost fill a ¼ measuring cup).
    • Bake for 10-15 minutes on each side until lightly browned and crisp.

    Can I freeze corn fritters?

    YES! They actually freeze really well. After frying, let them completely cool before placing them in an airtight container. It's best to use wax paper in between each fritter to prevent them from sticking together. Freeze for 4-5 months.

    Reheating Instructions

    To reheat them, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400 °F (200 °C) for 10-15 minutes until heated throughout. Keep an eye on them so they don't burn. If your oven runs hot, you may want to reduce the heat a little.

    Plus, they reheat beautifully in the Air Fryer too! Just cook them at 390 °F for 5-8 minutes or until heated throughout and crispy.

    More Corn Recipes to Enjoy

    • Avocado Black Bean and Corn Salad
    • Skillet Cornbread
    • Vegan Corn Chowder
    • Fried Corn (recipe by Vegan in the Freezer)
    • Vegan Cornbread

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    stack of four vegan corn fritters on a black plate with lime wedges on the side.
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    Vegan Corn Fritters

    These Vegan Corn Fritters are packed with flavor and can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish or snack.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American, Vegan
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 143kcal
    Author: Melissa Huggins

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ¼ cup cornmeal
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • Fresh cracked pepper , to taste
    • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon soy milk , unsweetened (or any non-dairy milk)
    • 1 cup corn , unsalted canned or frozen (*see note)
    • ½ cup red bell pepper , diced
    • 2 green onions , thinly sliced
    • grapeseed oil for frying (or any high smoke point oil)

    See note for optional onion dip recipe

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    Instructions

    • Prepare a paper towel-lined plate or tray and set aside.
    • To a large bowl, add the flour, cornmeal, garlic, baking powder, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine well.
    • Add the milk and whisk until combined. The batter should be thick, but if looks dry, add a few teaspoons of milk or oil to moisten.
    • Add the corn, bell pepper and green onions. Fold with a spatula to combine.
    • Heat up a Large Non-Stick Skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. When hot, drizzle oil on the bottom of the pan to coat.
    • Using a Large Cookie Scoop (or ¼ measuring cup filled ¾ the way), scoop about 3 tablespoons of batter out and into the pan (you should hear the batter sizzle). Gently press down the mound to flatten. Repeat in a clockwise pattern until you run out of room. Don't crowd the pan or they won't crisp well.
    • Cook fritters for 2-4 minutes or until golden brown. Using a spatula, check under the first fritter you placed to see if it's ready, then flip and repeat on the other side. Check the rest in the same clockwise direction and flip when ready. The other side will likely cook faster so keep an eye on them. If the pan is smoking, turn down the heat.
    • Place fritters on paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat method until all batter is gone. Serve with dip and enjoy!

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    Notes

    Yields about 8 fritters
    If using canned corn, drain and pat dry. For frozen corn, fully thaw first and pat dry. 
    GREEN ONION DIP
    • ½ cup vegan sour cream
    • ¼ cup vegan mayonnaise
    • 2-3 green onions, thinly sliced
    • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
    • ¼ teaspoon granulated onion
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    In a small bowl, combine all ingredients well. Taste for seasoning and add more if needed. A squeeze of lemon or lime juice is nice too. Cover and chill for 30-60 minutes to marry flavors. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2fritters | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 294mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 745IU | Vitamin C: 27.1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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    1. Krista Bowers

      July 03, 2025 at 6:41 pm

      Would fresh corn kernels work okay with this recipe?

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      • Melissa Huggins

        July 08, 2025 at 5:01 pm

        Hi Krista, Yes, you can use fresh corn for this recipe. 🙂

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    2. MARIE ONEILL

      March 11, 2025 at 6:39 am

      Hi Melissa,
      Can these be made ahead of time and crisped up in tge airfreight?
      Thank you

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      • Melissa Huggins

        March 11, 2025 at 1:51 pm

        Hi Marie, yes, you can definitely do that. Cook them at 400 °F for 5-8 minutes or until heated throughout and crispy. 🙂

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      • Kimberlin Stahl

        May 24, 2025 at 3:18 pm

        5 stars
        Made these tonight even though I was nervous about sauteing because so often things fall apart for me. These came out so well due to your good advice! I topped them with Miyoko's chive sour cream. I used steamed broccoli and frozen kale for veggies since I did not have peppers.

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        • Melissa Huggins

          June 11, 2025 at 12:17 pm

          I'm so happy you loved them. They sound perfect with the broccoli and kale! Thank you for sharing feedback. 🙂

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