Synonyms of fritter

fritter

noun

ˈfri-tər 

as in cake

a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried

she loves eating corn fritters with maple syrup

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cake
• patty
• cutlet
• croquette
• stick
• galette
• finger
• gâteau

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fritter

For centuries, multiple cultures throughout the Mediterranean, particularly the South of France and coastal Italy, have whisked the flour with water, olive oil, salt (and sometimes spices or herbs), transforming the batter into unleavened flatbreads, fritters, and pancakes. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 25 June 2026

The doughnut shop is especially known for its red delicious apple fritters made with fresh apples. — Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 20 June 2026

Sample dishes like West Indian conch fritters, Yellowfin tuna tartare, Kentucky fried green tomatoes, and a signature Kentucky Hot Brown. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026

Fry, gently agitating fritters to ensure even browning until golden brown, puffed, and cooked through (a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean), 3 to 4 minutes. — Emily Teel, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026

Phrases Containing fritter

• fritter (away)