Description
Quinoa pancakes are a deliciously unique twist on traditional breakfast favorites. Fluffy and light, these pancakes combine the nutty flavor of quinoa with a hint of sweetness, making them irresistible. Perfect for lazy weekends or busy weekdays, they can be topped with your favorite fruits, syrup, or yogurt for a wholesome meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 eggs (or vegan substitute)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare quinoa by rinsing and cooking it in water until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients along with cooked quinoa.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet; cook until bubbles form, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg