Indulge in the cozy, autumn-inspired flavors of our Vegan Apple Pancakes—soft, fluffy, and bursting with natural sweetness from freshly grated apple and warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. This dairy-free and egg-free recipe creates a delectable stack of pancakes using a simple vegan "buttermilk" made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar for a tender texture. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and packed with wholesome ingredients, these pancakes make a perfect plant-based breakfast or brunch option. Serve them fresh off the griddle with a drizzle of maple syrup, a pat of vegan butter, or a sprinkle of sliced apples for a comforting, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for anyone seeking easy vegan breakfast ideas!
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a separate bowl, mix together the almond milk and apple cider vinegar and let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle, creating a vegan 'buttermilk'.
Once the milk has curdled, add the maple syrup and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and mix well.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not over-mix the batter; some lumps are okay.
Fold in the grated apple until it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegan butter or coconut oil.
Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles begin to form on the surface, and the edges appear set, about 2-3 minutes.
Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the pancakes warm, topped with additional maple syrup, sliced apples, or vegan butter if desired.
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2719 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.7 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 247 mg | 5% | |
*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.