Easy Healthy Pancake Recipe
This easy healthy pancake recipe is my go-to recipe. Use ingredients you have on hand to make the pancakes and then get creative with the toppings.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour (regular, whole wheat, oat flour – just no coconut flour!)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup non-dairy milk (almond, coconut, oat all work great)
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (for sweetness)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of add-ins of choice (chocolate chips, fresh berries, nuts etc…)
Instruction:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well-combined. Add more milk if batter texture is too thick.
- Heat up a skillet and add butter or coconut oil.
- Pour 1/3 cup of batter into skillet and let cook for about 3 minutes or until all air bubbles have popped.
- Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked all the way through. Enjoy!
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FAQ
What are the healthiest pancakes to eat?
When you’re making pancakes from scratch they can have a lot of healthy qualities. First, you can make them with whole grains, like whole-wheat flour, which will add heart-healthy filling fiber.
Can a pancake be healthy?
A few good ones to try are arrowroot, tapioca, or potato starch. Start with 1 tablespoon and add more if you need it. Coconut flour – Since coconut flour is great at absorbing extra liquid, it works well to thicken pancake batter.
What is a healthy substitute for all purpose flour in pancakes?
Generally, oatmeal pancakes are healthier than regular pancakes (assuming “regular” pancakes refers to pancakes made with white flour, copious butter and oil, and artificial sugars).
