Natural Whole Wheat Pancakes

Start your morning with the wholesome goodness of Natural Whole Wheat Pancakes, a healthier twist on a breakfast classic! Made with hearty whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, these pancakes are both nutritious and flavorful. The recipe combines a homemade buttermilk substitute with simple pantry staples like baking powder and vanilla extract, creating light and fluffy pancakes with a subtle nutty flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches, these pancakes are quick to whip up in just 10 minutes and cook to golden perfection in under 15. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings—think fresh fruit, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of yogurt—for a nutritious, satisfying start to your day. Healthy, easy, and endlessly customizable, these homemade pancakes are destined to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1.25 cups Milk (or plant-based milk)
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (or coconut oil), melted

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to create a buttermilk substitute.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In another medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk mixture, egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; it’s okay if the batter is slightly lumpy. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes tender.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with a very small amount of butter or oil.

Step 6

Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the hot skillet to form pancakes. Leave enough space between pancakes for flipping.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the pancakes and place them on a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, additional maple syrup, or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	641.6 grams (641.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1197

Total Fat 40.70g	52%
Saturated Fat 21.20g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 307mg	102%
Sodium 2366mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 177.70g	65%
Dietary Fiber 21.90g	78%
Total Sugars 40.70g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 209IU	1044%
Calcium 502mg	39%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1367mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 57.3%