Perfect Vegan Pancakes
- PREP 10min
- COOK 10min
- TOTAL 20min
Our vegan pancakes are perfect for everyone (vegans and non-vegans alike!). They are just as fluffy as our classic pancakes and taste incredible. They also freeze really well! See my tips for freezing them below the recipe. I love these topped with fruit, our berry fruit salad, and this coconut whipped cream (also known as vegan whipped cream).
You Will Need
1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, or gluten-free flour blend
2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
1 cup (236ml) dairy-free milk, try homemade oat milk
1 ½ tablespoons sugar or maple syrup
3 tablespoons olive oil, melted coconut oil, or melted plant-based butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Nonstick cooking spray, melted vegan butter, or oil for the skillet
Directions
1Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
2Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the milk, sugar, olive oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3Make the pancake batter: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture, then pour the milk mixture into it. Use a fork to stir until no clumps of flour remain. It is okay if the batter has a few small lumps.
4Cook the pancakes: Heat a large skillet over medium heat (or use a griddle). The pan is ready if you splatter a little water onto the pan surface, and the water dances around the pan and eventually evaporates.
5Lightly brush or spray the skillet with oil or melted plant-based butter. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to spoon the batter onto the skillet. Gently spread the batter into a 4-inch circle.
6When the edges appear dry, bubbles start to form and pop on the top surface of the pancake, flip it over. This takes about 2 minutes. Once flipped, cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through in the middle.
7Serve immediately with warm syrup and berries.
Adam and Joanne's Tips
- Storing: Place cooked and cooled vegan pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 2 months. If freezing, line the pancakes on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag with parchment paper between each pancake to prevent sticking.
- Reheating pancakes: Place them on a microwave-safe plate and cook for 20 seconds per pancake (add more time for multiple pancakes). Or wrap the pancakes in foil and bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- Baking powder: For the fluffiest pancakes, use baking powder. We use quite a bit to achieve that fluffy middle (I know it seems like a lot, but trust us). I buy aluminum-free baking powder (Bob’s Red Mill) since it prevents that tinny flavor that can appear when baking powder is used in higher quantities (like in this recipe). For extra fluffy pancakes, use 3 teaspoons of baking powder.
- Non-dairy milk: We use unsweetened dairy-free milk in these pancakes. If you only have sweetened milk, consider reducing the sugar called for in the recipe.
- The nutrition facts provided below are estimates.