Soft and fluffy pancakes made with whole wheat flour. Perfect for a light and healthy breakfast.
I just realized recently that over the years I forgot to post the recipe of a basic pancake. I’m remedying that today with these delicious, light and fluffy, 100% whole wheat pancakes made from scratch. If you are looking for a go-to pancake recipe, this is it. If you don’t like whole wheat flavor, replace it with all purpose flour or combine both half and half.
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I personally love the mild nutty taste of whole wheat flour. Here even though wheat flour is used, I guarantee you, that the pancakes will be perfectly fork tender. The key ingredient that gives a fluffy pancake is the buttermilk.
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Drizzle these cakes with maple syrup, Nutella or go wild with your favorite toppings. They taste great either way. Btw don’t mind the messy Nutella swirl I did on the pancakes. I know I ruined it. 🙁
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Yields 6 medium sized pancakes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp white sugar/brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp water
- A pinch of salt
- Butter
NOTES:
- If you want a nice even golden color on the pancakes do not add butter to the pan.
- But if you add butter you will get a crisp border which I personally like.
DIRECTIONS:
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- In a bowl, whisk together sugar and egg.
- Add oil and mix well.
- Pour in vanilla and buttermilk. Mix.
- Add flour, baking powder and salt. Mix only till combined. Do not overmix or you will get tough pancakes.
- In a pan add little butter and pour about 1/3 cup of batter on medium low flame.
- Once the bottom turns golden color flip. Cook for a minute and take out.
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Recipe from Ria’s collection
Looks superb!. Lovely pix as usual. Buttermilk is moru right?
Thank you so much. Yes, it is moru. The unsalted one. 🙂
Can i store the batter in fridge for one day?
Yes, you can.