Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful breakfast with these Greek yogurt blueberry lemon pancakes. Made with whole grain flour and protein-packed Greek yogurt, these pancakes are not only delicious but also good for your health. The refreshing burst of lemon combined with the sweetness of blueberries creates a perfect balance of flavors. These pancakes are easy to make and will surely become a family favorite. Serve them with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a delightful morning treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole grain flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 egg
- 1 cup blueberries
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Extra Greek yogurt, for serving
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg. Whisk until well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the blueberries gently.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Drop 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake and the edges start to look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Interesting Facts
Greek yogurt is a great source of protein and calcium, making these pancakes a nutritious breakfast option.
Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and provide a burst of sweet-tart flavor to the pancakes.
Adding lemon juice and zest gives the pancakes a refreshing citrus flavor.