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    Published: Jul 21, 2019 · Modified: Jan 4, 2023 by Courtney Hunter · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

    Perfect Vegan Pancakes

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    These vegan pancakes are the perfect fluffy pancakes. These are easy to make with simple ingredients, all pantry staples, and are melt-in-your-mouth perfect pancakes. 

    Classic Vegan Pancakes

    Pancakes are a classic breakfast staple. We have pancakes on Sunday every week. 

    And my family had to endure a lot of mediocre recipes to land on this one.

    I was so excited when I finally got it right.

    I love that pancakes can have so many different toppings. And these vegan pancakes are the perfect base for whatever direction you want to go with them. If you're looking for some more pancake ideas, check out these easy vegan blueberry pancakes or these vegan poppyseed pancakes.

    I am usually a pure maple syrup and vegan butter classic kind of girl.

    But I do love some fresh berries or even jam on my pancakes as well. It's hard to decide!

    I love that my kids are growing up with a Sunday tradition. 

    Hopefully, they will want to pass that down to their families. 

    The only pancakes I ever grew up on were Bisquick.

    I'm not going to lie; I still would probably like them for the nostalgia.

     But I haven't had Bisquick in 13 years.

    Perfect vegan pancake recipe Q&A-

    What are the best toppings for pancakes?

    • warm maple syrup
    • vegan butter (such as Earth Balance, Country Crock, Miyokios, whichever you like)
    • fresh fruit or berries
    • vegan chocolate chips
    • vegan whipping cream
    • jam
    • chocolate sauce
    • vegan ice cream

    Whatever your favorite pancake toppings are.

    Can you make these vegan gluten-free pancakes?

    Yes, you can sub out the white flour for all-purpose gluten-free flour in a 1:1 ratio.

    Can you make this oil-free?

    Yes, you can replace the oil with applesauce if you want to make it oil-free.

    Can you make a double batch of this great recipe?

    Feel free to double the ingredients if you need to feed a crowd, but you'll be flipping pancakes for a while.

    Can you make other kinds of pancakes with this batter?

    You can add whatever mix-ins you like to a pancake. Here are some ideas-

    • Blueberry pancakes
    • Chocolate chip pancakes
    • Banana pancakes

    Just mix it in when the batter is ready, or drop it into the batter while it's on the skillet.

    vegan pancake stack with a vegan butter dollop on top and syrup on a black black.

    What ingredients do you need for these Perfect Vegan Pancakes?

    Check out the recipe card for the full ingredient amounts at the bottom of the post.

    • All-Purpose Flour
    • Baking Powder
    • Salt
    • Brown Sugar
    • Vanilla Extract
    • non-dairy milk (soy milk, almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, whichever your favorite is)
    • white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
    • Neutral oil- vegetable oil or canola oil is best (not olive oil, it's too strong). You can use coconut oil melted, but it will have a coconut flavor.

    How do you make this fluffy vegan pancake recipe?

    This easy vegan pancakes recipe comes together in a jiffy which is excellent for Saturday morning.

    Start by making your vegan buttermilk. Take a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine your plant milk and vinegar, and stir and set it aside.

    Take a medium bowl and mix all your dry ingredients. 

    I use brown sugar to lend a very moist pancake, plus I feel like brown sugar goes well with breakfast foods.

    Once that's all mixed, add the vanilla extract and oil to the vegan buttermilk and then add these wet ingredients to the flour mixture, stir until just combined.

    At first, the vegan pancake batter will seem too thin. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes. It will thicken and be the perfect pancake consistency.

    I always use a large nonstick skillet; it just makes it easier, and I can bust out six delicious pancakes at a time. Who doesn't love that?

    fluffy vegan pancakes bite on a fork with 7 stacks of a pancake on a black plate.

    You can use a nonstick griddle pan or even a frying pan if you don't have one.

    If you don't have a nonstick pan, you'll want to make sure to use cooking spray or melted vegan butter to the pan, so your pancakes don't stick.

    It's still good to grease or vegan butter a nonstick pan. However, you won't need as much or have to do it between batches unless you want to for flavor.

    Heat the skillet to medium-high heat.

    I like to make my pancakes pretty uniform, so I use a ¼ cup of batter on the skillet.

    These cook just like any pancake recipe. Wait for the small bubbles and then flip to cook the second side. 

    They should be a perfect golden brown.

    Repeat this with all the batter, and then enjoy with your favorite toppings!

    How do you keep pancakes warm while you're making the rest of the batch?

    You can place your pancakes on a baking sheet in the oven at 200 degrees until you're ready to serve them.

    How do you store leftover pancakes?

    Leftover pancakes are best stored in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    Can you freeze pancakes?

    Yes, pancakes can be frozen and brought out individually as needed. It's best to flash freeze them. To do this, follow these instructions;

    Take a cookie sheet lined, place vegan pancakes in a single file, and freeze them; after they are frozen (an hour or so), put them in the freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

    How do you reheat them?

    Let them come to room temperature on the counter, and then you can toast them or put them in the oven at 200 F until warm. 

    You can also microwave them if you'd prefer, but they taste better with the other methods.

    Want more vegan pancake recipes?

    • Baked vegan pancakes
    • Vegan buttermilk pancakes
    • Blender vegan oatmeal pancakes
    a stack of vegan pancakes with vegan butter on top and syrup and bite taken out with a fork on a black plate.

    If you loved this recipe then give it a 5 star rating and leave a comment! I love to chat with you all. Please feel free to share on social media and tag #courtneyshomestead. I would love to see you over on Instagram or Facebook. 

    General pancake questions-

    Is Log Cabin syrup vegan?

    Yes, the majority of syrups are vegan.

    Is Bisquick original vegan?

    Yes, it has been vegan for years, don't follow the traditional instructions for making pancakes. Make sure to check the label for ingredients as recipes to change.

    Is Aunt Jemima pancake mix vegan?

    The original pancake mix is considered vegan. Their whole line isn't, so make sure to read the label to see if anything has changed.

    Can vegans eat pancakes?

    Yes, they sure can as long as they don't have eggs and dairy in them. Typically you'll want to make your own as most restaurants will not be vegan.

    Vegan Pancakes

    Classic Vegan Pancakes

    These easy vegan pancakes are the perfect breakfast treat.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 30 pancakes *¼ cup batter
    Calories: 73kcal
    Author: Courtney Hunter

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 TB baking powder
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 2 ¾ cup plain plant milk
    • ¼ cup neutral oil
    • 1 TB White Vinegar

    Instructions

    • Preheat your pancake skillet.
    • Mix all the dry ingredients and stir. Add your plant milk, extract, vinegar, and oil, stir until incorporated.
    • Take your hot skillet and ¼ cup measuring cup, fill with batter and pour onto pancake skillet. Cook until small bubbles appear and then flip. Let cook for a minute or two and remove from heat. Do this until all the batter is gone. Enjoy with your favorite toppings.
    • **If you have a nonstick surface, you will need a cooking spray or vegan butter, so they don't stick.

    Notes

    See blog post for recipe Q&A

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 100mg | Sugar: 2g
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    1. Robin says

      April 07, 2023 at 9:12 am

      5 stars
      We went vegan for 2 years in 2011.Started again in January. This is hands down the BEST!!

      Reply
    2. Karen Watkins says

      May 10, 2022 at 8:50 pm

      I've been looking for a pancake recipe like this. I use nonstick pans for making pancakes. According tothemanufacturer, they have to cook at 400 degrees or lower to prevent the release of toxic fumes. Can I cook these pancakes at medium heat?

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      • Courtneys Homestead says

        June 28, 2022 at 1:59 pm

        Hi Karen! I'm SO sorry for just now seeing this. I get so many spam comments a day it's hard to find the real ones. Yes, you can cook the pancakes at medium heat. I hope you were able to make them and enjoy them. Thanks so much for stopping by! <3 Courtney

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    3. Kat says

      November 10, 2020 at 9:46 am

      These are the best pancakes! My family said they remind them of Cracker Barrel pancakes. That’s saying alot since CB are not vegan.

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        November 10, 2020 at 9:50 am

        Thanks so much for your kind review Kat! I appreciate it so much! I’m so glad your family enjoyed these! ❤️❤️

        Reply
    4. Amanda Black says

      November 11, 2019 at 9:29 am

      5 stars
      I make these every week or so for my kids on Saturday. They are so delicious and the perfect texture. I made them at a family gathering and my uncle who doesn’t like pancakes went back for seconds. That is certainly saying something!

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        November 11, 2019 at 9:30 am

        Thanks so much for trying them Amanda! I am glad your family loves it as much as mine! ❤❤

        Reply
    5. Amanda Black says

      November 11, 2019 at 9:29 am

      5 stars
      I make these every week or so for my kids on Saturday. They are so delicious and the perfect texture. I made them at a family gathering and my uncle who doesn’t like pancakes went back for seconds. That is certainly saying something!

      Reply
    6. Amanda Black says

      November 11, 2019 at 9:29 am

      5 stars
      I make these every week or so for my kids on Saturday. They are so delicious and the perfect texture. I made them at a family gathering and my uncle who doesn’t like pancakes went back for seconds. That is certainly saying something!

      Reply
    7. Lisa.fehlman says

      August 27, 2019 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      I love these

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        August 27, 2019 at 12:36 pm

        Thanks so much! We do also! ❤❤

        Reply
    8. Lisa.fehlman says

      August 27, 2019 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      I love these

      Reply
    9. Sara | mshealthesteem.com says

      July 22, 2019 at 8:45 am

      These look perfect! And I could easily switch the flour and make them gluten free ♡. Yum! Thank you tons for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        July 22, 2019 at 9:02 am

        Thanks so much for your sweet comment! Let me know how they turn out gluten-free! ❤❤

        Reply

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