Vegan Traditional Pancake Recipe

8 February 2023

Nobody in the family has to miss out this Pancake Day with Circulon! Our vegan pancake recipe is delicious topped with lemon and sugar or a handful of berries. Read more here.

Ingredients

275 grams of plain flour

525 ml of your favourite non-dairy milk such as oat

coconut

or soya

Optional: a pinch of salt for savoury pancakes OR a 2 tbsp of caster sugar for sweet

3 tbsp vegetable oil or melted coconut oil

Half a tbsp of vanilla extract or flavouring (if making sweet pancakes)

Oil for frying

Vegan-friendly toppings of your choice!

Instructions

1Mix together the flour and non-dairy milk alternative in a large bowl, jug, or food mixer. Note: Add in the milk gradually as you may find you do not need it all. The consistency of the batter should be smooth and lump free

2 Next, add in the salt or sugar. If making sweet pancakes, also add in the vanilla extract at this stage

3 Add in one tablespoon of vegetable oil or melted coconut oil and whisk all ingredients together and allow to sit for 5 minutes

4 Whilst your batter is resting, use the remaining oil to grease a non-stick pan or skillet and allow to heat over a medium temperature. Once your pan is heated, add a ladle full of your pancake batter

5 Ensure you swirl or tilt your pan for an even spread of the mixture. Note: you don’t want the pancakes to be too thick so if there’s excess then pour back into your jug or bowl

6 Cook for around 1-2 minutes until golden in colour underneath. Check carefully using a palette knife to ensure your pancake is ready and not undercooked or burning

7 Once golden on the underside, you’ll need to flip your pancake over carefully either by using a palette knife or by using the pan to do so combined with some quick wrist action – if you’re feeling brave enough. Smooth out any folds. Note: young people should be supervised carefully throughout, but during this step in particular

8 Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Once cooked, tip out on to a plate and serve with your favourite toppings. Repeat the above process until you run out of batter

Don't worry if you've got some dietary requirements that mean this recipe isn't for you - we also have a gluten-free pancake day recipe and a traditional pancake day recipe so everyone is catered for on pancake day!

Wondering what to top your delicious vegan pancakes with? We have surveyed 2,000 UK adults to find out exactly what they will be topping their pancakes with on pancake day.

In the meantime, here are some of our favourite vegan pancake toppings:

Fresh Fruit: Sliced bananas, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or any other fruit of your choice.
Nut Butter: Drizzle some almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter over your pancakes.
Maple Syrup: A classic choice, maple syrup adds sweetness and enhances the flavour of your pancakes.
Coconut Whipped Cream: Whip up some coconut cream and add a dollop on top of your pancakes for a creamy and indulgent touch.
Chopped Nuts: Sprinkle some chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans for added crunch and nuttiness.
Vegan Chocolate Sauce: Melt vegan chocolate chips and drizzle the sauce over your pancakes.
Coconut Flakes: Toasted coconut flakes add a tropical twist to your pancakes.
Vegan Yoghurt: Add a spoonful of your favourite vegan yoghurt, such as almond or coconut yoghurt.
Cinnamon Sugar: Mix cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle it over your pancakes for a warm and sweet flavour.
Chia Seeds: Sprinkle some chia seeds on top to add a nutritional boost and a subtle crunch.