RECIPE — Are These Cardboard-Like Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes Really The Best You Can Come Up With?

First we eat, then we do everything else. — M.F.K. Fisher

You call those vegan whole wheat pancakes? I call them a disaster waiting to happen! If you’re looking for a recipe that doesn’t taste like cardboard, then it’s time to ditch this sad excuse for a pancake and try something with a little more flair and flavor. Seriously, whoever created this recipe needs to go back to cooking school and learn how to make a pancake that’s worth eating.

Now, let’s talk about a real recipe for vegan whole wheat pancakes.

Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup almond milk
• 2 tablespoons almond milk
• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
• Cooking spray

Directions:

1. Mix water and flaxseed meal together in a small bowl. Place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons almond milk, coconut oil, and flaxseed mixture in a bowl. Add the flour mixture and whisk until smooth.
4. Heat a griddle to medium-low heat and coat with cooking spray. Working in batches if necessary, add 1/4 cup batter to the hot griddle for each pancake and smooth to the desired thickness. Cook until bubbles form, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip, and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 more minutes.

Serve your pancakes with fresh fruit, vegan butter, or maple syrup for a delicious breakfast or brunch option. And please, for the love of all things culinary, don’t settle for mediocre pancakes like the ones in that previous recipe!

Wine Pairing

Pair these vegan whole wheat pancakes with a crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc from Cloudy Bay in New Zealand. The bright acidity and herbal notes of the wine will complement the earthy flavors of the whole wheat pancakes beautifully. Cheers to a breakfast worth savoring!

Bon Appétit

If you think these Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes are the pinnacle of plant-based breakfasts, then I’m seriously concerned about your taste buds. Craving more creative, flavorful vegan recipes that don’t taste like sawdust? Smash that subscribe button for a journey through the world of vegan delights. And if you’ve actually managed to create a vegan pancake that doesn’t resemble a sad, dry sponge, please, share your miraculous pancake prowess in the comments. Or, perhaps it’s best to quietly savor your Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes, knowing that sometimes the best meals are the ones that leave you wondering why you even bothered.