Fat Free Ginger Molasses Pancakes
Start your morning right with these cozy and indulgent Fat Free Ginger Molasses Pancakes—perfectly spiced with ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Made with wholesome whole wheat and all-purpose flours, these pancakes achieve a naturally sweet and rich flavor from molasses and unsweetened applesauce, eliminating the need for added fat. The batter comes together quickly and cooks to a golden perfection, offering a fluffy texture and a delightful aroma of warming spices. Easily customizable with your choice of dairy or plant-based milk, these pancakes make a guilt-free yet flavorful breakfast or brunch option. Top them off with maple syrup or fresh fruit for a satisfying, seasonally inspired treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Molasses
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the molasses, unsweetened apple sauce, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix; it's okay if a few lumps remain.
Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. If your skillet is not non-stick, lightly coat it with a small amount of cooking spray or wipe with oil, but avoid any excess to keep this recipe fat-free.
Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the heated skillet. Spread the batter slightly with the back of the ladle to form a round pancake, if needed.
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look dry. Carefully flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the pancake is golden brown and cooked through.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Serve warm with optional maple syrup or your favorite pancake toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1640 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.5 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2253 mg | 48% | |
*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.
