Fresh Corn Pancakes

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Fresh corn pancakes offer a sweet, savory flavor with tender corn kernels, perfect for brunch or breakfast, delighting those who enjoy hearty, homemade comfort food.

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Ingredients

  • 3 large ears corn
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. With a sharp knife, cut kernels from the corn ears.
  2. With the back of a knife, scrape cobs to release milky pulp.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a small bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and cooking oil.
  5. Add the wet mixture to the flour mixture, stirring only until the flour is moistened.
  6. Stir in the corn kernels and pulp.
  7. Heat hot oil in a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  8. Drop 2 tablespoons of batter for each pancake onto the hot oil.
  9. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Serve warm with maple syrup.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

617 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9g 18% DV
Total Fat 30g 38% DV
Carbs 93.4g 34% DV
Fiber 22.5g 80% DV
Sugar 12.1g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12497.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 369mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 68mcg 8% DV
Vitamin C 33.7mg 37% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1658.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.9mg 39% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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