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Fluffy Vegan Pancakes

These vegan pancakes are light and fluffy with a rustic appearance, achieved through simple mixing and careful cooking. Made with ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, and a splash of vinegar, they develop a golden exterior and tender interior, perfect for drizzling with syrup or topping with fresh fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour 1 ½ cups: Creates structure while keeping the pancakes soft
  • Almond milk 1 ¼ cups: A light, neutral plant-based liquid for smooth batter
  • Maple syrup 2 tablespoons: Adds natural sweetness without heaviness
  • Baking powder 2 teaspoons: Provides lift and fluffy texture
  • Apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon: Reacts with baking powder to help the pancakes rise
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon: Adds warmth and balance
  • Coconut oil or olive oil 2 tablespoons, melted: Keeps the pancakes tender and moist
  • Sea salt ¼ teaspoon: Enhances overall flavor and balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl: For combining ingredients
  • Whisk: Helps create a smooth batter
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons: Accuracy matters
  • Nonstick Skillet or Griddle: Even cooking
  • Spatula: Easy flipping

Method
 

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine almond milk, maple syrup, vinegar, oil (cooled if melted), and vanilla
  3. Combine Batter: Gently fold wet ingredients into dry, Batter should be thick but pourable, similar to traditional pancake batter
  4. Rest Batter: Let batter rest for 5–10 minutes to hydrate flour and improve fluffiness
  5. Heat Pan: Warm skillet over medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C)
  6. Cook Pancakes: Pour batter and cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges look set
  7. Flip and Finish: Cook another 1–2 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through
  8. Serve Warm: Stack and top as desired

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice to brighten the batter. Reheat leftovers in a warm skillet for best texture.