These easy healthy pancakes are light, fluffy, and made with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey/maple syrup for a natural sweetener)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: fresh fruit, yogurt, maple syrup, or nut butter
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined. This will ensure that the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, applesauce (or melted coconut oil), and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate.
Step 4: Preheat the Pan
While the batter is resting, heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. If desired, lightly grease the pan with a small amount of oil or cooking spray.
Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
Once the skillet is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 6: Serve
Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm in a low oven (around 200°F) while you cook the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings such as fresh fruit, yogurt, maple syrup, or nut butter.
Step 7: Enjoy!
Dig in and enjoy your delicious, healthy pancakes! These can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month. Reheat in the toaster or microwave before serving.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding ingredients like blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts to the batter for extra flavor and nutrition!
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