This easy homemade vegan pancake recipe is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. Made with simple pantry ingredients, these fluffy and delicious vegan pancakes are sure to satisfy your cravings. They are made without any dairy or eggs, but still turn out light and fluffy. Serve them with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruits, or vegan chocolate chips for an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are okay.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour pancake batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.
- Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.
Interesting Facts
Vegan pancakes are not only delicious but also better for the environment as they require less water and emit fewer greenhouse gases compared to traditional pancakes.
The use of plant-based milk and oil in this recipe makes it cholesterol-free and heart-healthy.
These vegan pancakes can easily be customized by adding your favorite mix-ins like blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.