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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Breakfast

    Easy Fluffy Vegan Pancakes

    Published: May 23, 2019 · Modified: Jul 14, 2021 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These vegan pancakes are light, fluffy and have no unusual ingredients. No banana, no flax. Just 7 basic ingredients and 20 minutes. They're quick, easy and delicious. Tasty dairy free and eggless pancakes. 

    A stack of pancakes with yogurt and fresh berries.

    I'm from Canada and if there's one thing we know about, it's pancakes.

    (Well, also maple syrup, hockey and how to be chill).

    I've made these vegan pancakes countless times. Hundreds probably.

    I've tweaked and tweaked the recipe until I've reached this: the ULTIMATE vegan pancake recipe.

    Try it and I'm sure you'll agree.

    The thing about these vegan pancakes is that they're not just good 'for vegan pancakes'.

    They're straight up awesome pancakes that just happen to be eggless and dairy free.

    People always tell me that they're the best pancakes they've ever had.

    I think it's the very very slight tang from the lemon juice/vinegar that really brings out the flavor. 

    These vegan American-style pancakes are really thick and fluffy, rather than thin, like crepes. They're perfect for stacking with a drizzle of maple syrup!

    Toppings

    Maple syrup
    Mango Syrup (ready in minutes!)
    Strawberry Syrup
    Raspberry Syrup
    Lemon juice and a little sugar
    Coconut yogurt and berries
    Raspberry compote
    Mango compote
    Vanilla Pineapple compote
    Winter berry compote
    Whipped coconut cream

    A stack of fluffy vegan pancakes with a bite out.

    Pancakes

    When it comes to food and kids, I find that being a bit bonkers is always a good thing.

    It could mean a picnic in the garden on a warm day, making mashed potato snowmen or putting all the food on sticks.

    Often, it means having breakfast for dinner.

    And that’s usually these vegan pancakes.

    Any of my children’s friends who have ever graced our dining table have probably been fed pancakes.

    They’re cheap and easy to make, plus they’re always a crowd pleaser with kids.

    To make them a bit healthier, I put out a little buffet of toppings and let them have at least one savoury pancake, then one sweet.

    Toppings usually include cheese, mushrooms, tomatoes or yogurt and I always serve them with a buffet of raw veggies and hummus.

    Eggless Pancakes

    Traditionally, pancakes are made with eggs, flour and milk.

    But with just a few swaps and a couple of other store cupboard ingredients you can easily make them vegan.

    I've found that everyone always tuck straight in and never notice that they’re at all different to standard ones.

    It's funny how eggs are fundamental to making traditional pancakes, but actually it's really easy to make pancakes without eggs. They're still light, fluffy and easy.

    However, since this recipe is dairy free and eggless, they’re suitable for children with allergies and intolerances.

    They're also easily gluten-free and soy free.

    A stack of easy vegan pancakes with coconut yogurt and fresh berries

    Dairy Free Pancakes

    These light and fluffy pancakes are completely dairy free.

    I've used soy, almond, hemp, hazelnut etc.. milk. Any dairy free milk will do and they all work perfectly.

    With my easy recipe, there is absolutely no compromise on taste, texture or deliciousness.

    My son has recently developed a dairy intolerance, so these are our go-to pancakes now.

    We all love them and they're super easy to make, too.

    You can easily swap to gluten free flour if necessary.

    Just be sure to double check that your baking powder is gluten free too.

    Tips and Tricks

    • You need to let the batter rest for 5 mins for optimum fluffiness. This is non-negotiable people. You want that fluffiness.
    • Make it gluten free - use gluten free flour (and ensure your baking powder is gluten free too).
    • When cooking the pancakes, add a little more oil if necessary between batches.
    • Swap for coconut oil, if desired.

    Variations

    • Add a handful of blueberries for vegan blueberry pancakes
    • Throw in a handful of dairy free chocolate chips for a special treat.
    • Try berries, spices, raisins... 

    Freezing and Make Ahead

    • Don't waste the leftovers. You can freeze leftover cooked pancakes, then just put them in the toaster to reheat.
    • Don't make the batter too far in advance. It's best when cooked just after the 5 mins resting time. 
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    A stack of fluffy dairy free pancakes (vegan, eggless) vegan yogurt and fresh berries.

    Vegan Pancakes

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    These delicious fluffy vegan pancakes are light, quick and easy. No banana, no flax. Just basic store cupboard ingredients. Tasty dairy free and eggless pancakes.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 181 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ⅓ cups (300 ml) dairy-free milk (almond, soy etc...)
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus more for frying
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ½ cups (175g) all purpose (plain) flour
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch / cornflour
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 2 teaspoons sugar optional

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl, stir together the milk, oil, lemon juice and vanilla. Let stand for 5 minutes.
    • Sift in the flour, cornflour and baking powder and mix.
    • It will still be slightly lumpy, but don’t over-mix or the pancakes will be tough. Set the mixture aside, letting it rest for 5 minutes for fluffier results.
    • Add a drizzle of oil to a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Ladle small rounds onto the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until bubbles appear on the surface and the underside turns golden. Flip and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes or until golden.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 74mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 2mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

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    Comments

    1. Kayla

      September 24, 2021 at 1:22 am

      5 stars
      Had a go at making these this morning. Im not really a pancake kind of girl but OMG these are boss!!

      Reply
    2. PancakeRealVegan

      February 25, 2020 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely way to follow up a plate of hunter's chicken. What a great way to celebrate pancake day, the best national holiday!

      Reply
    3. Jeanelle

      February 10, 2020 at 6:34 pm

      5 stars
      tried these.very yummy.topped lightly with vegan choc spread.thanks for sharing kateveggiedesserts.

      Reply
    4. Kylie Brewer

      February 02, 2020 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      Best recipe ever, kids loved them 🥰

      Reply
    5. Stan

      January 17, 2020 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is just awesome!
      Tastes absolutely normal - the ingredients are usually always available and it is animal friendly.

      I love it!!! Thank you.

      Reply
    6. Debbie Skerten

      May 24, 2019 at 9:12 am

      5 stars
      They do look lovely. I'm so glad that you put a substitute to the lemon juice, as I'm allergic to lemons.

      Reply
    7. Andrea Metlika

      May 23, 2019 at 7:15 pm

      5 stars
      These look so good! I could at them for dinner!

      Reply
    8. Rosa

      May 23, 2019 at 6:56 pm

      5 stars
      These look perfectly fluffy! Perfect for breakfast or brunch. I think I'll give these a try this weekend. 🙂

      Reply
    9. Beth Pierce

      May 23, 2019 at 6:16 pm

      5 stars
      Wow these look so light and fluffy! Perfect way to start my day!

      Reply
    10. Kathi

      May 23, 2019 at 6:15 pm

      These look so good! Thanks for all the tips and tricks to make these friendly for almost all eating plan!

      Reply
    11. wilhelmina

      May 23, 2019 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      These pancakes are amazingly fluffy!

      Reply
    12. Jenn

      May 23, 2019 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      I can't get over how fluffy these beauties are! And alllll the bonus points being vegan, thank you!

      Reply
      • Cookilicious

        May 23, 2019 at 6:31 pm

        Your pancakes look perfect! It's making me hungry!

        Reply

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