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Fresh Corn Pancakes

These fresh corn pancakes offer a delightful twist on a brunch favourite, celebrating the natural sweetness and crunch of seasonal sweetcorn. Unlike standard pancakes, this vegetarian dish uses a corn purée base and whole kernels to create an incredibly moist texture and a deep, savoury-sweet flavour profile. They are a wonderful way to use fresh cobs during the summer months, providing a vibrant and golden addition to your morning table.

This simple recipe is highly versatile and fits perfectly into a relaxed family weekend. You can serve them in a traditional sweet style with a generous drizzle of pure maple syrup, or lean into their savoury side by pairing them with fresh tomato salsa and a dollop of soured cream. Quick to prepare and satisfying to eat, they are a wholesome homemade alternative to processed breakfast options.

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Ingredients for Fresh Corn Pancakes

  • 130g plain flour

  • 4 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 3 to 4 ears corn

  • 180ml whole milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled

  • Accompaniment: pure maple syrup, or salsa and soured cream

How to make Fresh Corn Pancakes

Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.

Cut enough kernels from cobs to measure 475ml . Using back of a knife, scrape pulp from cobs and transfer to a blender with milk and 120ml corn. Purée until smooth, then strain through a sieve into another medium bowl, pressing on and then discarding solids. Whisk in eggs, oil, and butter.

Add to flour mixture with remaining 350ml corn and whisk until just combined.

Heat a griddle or heavy skillet over medium heat until hot, then lightly brush with oil. Working in batches, pour 80ml batter per pancake onto griddle and cook until bubbles appear on surface and undersides are golden-brown, about 2 minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook until undersides are golden-brown, about 1 minute more. (Reduce heat if pancakes brown too quickly.) Lightly oil griddle between batches if necessary.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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