A wholesome food by combining the pancake and coffee, this wholewheat coffee pancake recipe stole our hearts and hopes yours as well.
It's a fancy morning dish transformed from the classic pancake recipe. This is yet another failproof recipe for making a delicious and easy pancake in the skillet with the goodness of whole wheat flour and egg.
Deciding the menu for weekend breakfast is always a more challenging task every time. The weekend morning makes me lazy enough to be glued to my couch and the TV remote.
But my family will be fully charged to explore something new in the kitchen. And this tasty coffee pancake recipe meets both these extremes.
About this recipe
The recipe for wholewheat pancakes with coffee flavor is very simple, and the process is also minimized to suit the lazy morning behavior.
All you expect to do is blend all the wet and dry ingredients in the blender. Pulse it for a couple of minutes; we are done preparing the batter for making a soft and moist pancake.
The great part? This simple pancake with a refreshing coffee aroma is cooked with whole wheat flour. Start the day feeling good.
Furthermore, everything comes together under 30 minutes, including the preparation work. No fuss or mess in the kitchen; dump all the ingredients in the blender jar and pour directly over the skillet. Yeah, that simple is this recipe.
When you are a health freak searching the internet for the best possible dishes you could try? this tasty coffee pancake recipe is definitely for you. And I guess you will not be disappointed with your decision.
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How to make coffee pancakes
If you are bored with the regular pancake with the pancake mix, unquestionably, you will enjoy this comfort food. However, many ingredients are very similar to the authentic pancake recipe. But two elements make it stand out: the taste and the flavor.
The ingredients
The wholewheat flour and the coffee are the two elements that give this breakfast a whole new dimension that impresses every coffee lover.
The wholewheat flour. The brands vary with the flour's quality, which affects the texture of the pancake as well. Some wholewheat flour ends up with a dense texture. But this recipe would generally fit most brands in the United States.
First, I would suggest trying a small-sized pancake and testing the texture. If you are satisfied, proceed to make the next ones. Add a dash of baking soda when you feel the pancakes are thicker. And give a gentle mix, and start making the coffee pancakes.
Coffee. Likewise, this is also a generalized term, with infinite choices for choosing them. What is the best scale to measure the quality of the coffee? it is you drink regularly. You are drinking it because you are comfortable with its flavor.
The coffee here can be of any flavor, expresso, pike roast, Columbian, or the leftover coffee from Starbucks. You may also use the instant coffee granules or the coffee from your coffee maker. There is no restriction for using the type of coffee in here.
Egg. This gives the pancake a soft and spongy texture. Whip until it becomes frothy for the best results. You can use the blender for whipping. But pulse the machine in intervals. Continuously running the engine can use the blender jar to heat up. This thereby spoils the texture of the egg, which affects the texture of the pancakes.
Milk. You may use whole milk or the milk of your choice. I used 2% milk for this coffee pancake recipe. Try enjoying it with almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk. You may also substitute milk for water if you feel milk is adding up calories to your breakfast.
Baking powder. A one-and-a-quarter teaspoon is good for making this comfort breakfast dish.
The Directions
The blender. In the blender jar, add egg and pulse until it becomes frothy. Run the blender in small intervals to prevent the eggs from heating up.
The wet ingredients. Add milk and beat again until both milk and eggs combine.
Dry ingredients. Combine the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Blend until the batter becomes silky and smooth.
The skillet. Heat the skillet on medium flame. Grease the pan, and pour a quarter cup of batter at the center of the skillet. Allow the batter to spread by itself. Cook on low heat until both sides turn golden brown.
Serve. Serve hot with maple syrup.
Coffee pancake recipe tips
- If you are not using the blender to combine the ingredients, you can use a simple egg beater to make the eggs fluffy.
- Sometimes the wholewheat flour becomes clumpy while blending. You may use an egg beater to smooth the batter without any lumps.
- Baking powder is unnecessary for this recipe; we wanted to make the recipe as simple as possible. And we are happy with the results.
- When the batter is too thick, adjust the thickness by adding milk. Add milk a little at a time to avoid any mistakes.
- Substitute cooking oil with unsalted butter to make the coffee pancakes richer and more fantastic. The melted butter gives out a beautiful aroma combined with coffee flavor.
- Use a flat-based skillet for easy spreading and even surfaced pancakes.
- Allow the pancake batter to spread on its own. This makes the pancakes look the best.
Recipe Variations
Expresso pancakes. Make pancakes with the espresso coffee. This gives deep brown pancakes with an intense coffee flavor. A perfect pancake recipe for coffee lovers.
Vegan coffee pancakes. I have not tried this recipe without eggs. But I have heard from my friends that apple sauce is a perfect substitution for pancakes. Do not go overboard; the pancakes will tilt to the sweeter side. Just swap egg with a quarter cup of apple sauce for egg in this recipe.
Banana coffee pancakes. Add two tablespoons of mashed banana to the batter. This alteration is my delight, and I am addicted to its taste and flavor. But the texture of the pancake will slightly vary from the earlier one.
How to store and reheat
This coffee pancake is great to eat when they are fresh and hot. You may store the batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day.
To store the leftover pancakes, place them in air-sealed containers. Freeze them for up to a month and refrigerate them for up to two days.
Reheat it in the skillet by greasing it with cooking oil. Cook on both sides until it becomes hot. Alternatively, you may also microwave in a microwave-safe plate.
What to serve with this delicious coffee pancakes
Maple syrup. This is the number one choice that comes to my mind when discussing its combos. This is the ideal option that everybody would love.
Golden syrup. Another excellent combination that never fails.
Fresh fruits. Fresh berries like strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry are my all-time favorites. And makes the dish become wholesome and nutritious as well.
Chocolate sauce. How can I ever go without mentioning this sweet compulsion? This combination is not only for kids but for everyone who craves chocolates. The coffee and the chocolate pair well, which is also proven here in this recipe.
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Printable recipe card
Coffee pancake
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 11/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup wholewheat flour
- 1 teaspoon coffee granules
Instructions
For blending
- Crack open an egg and add it to a blender jar.
- To the same blender jar, add milk and whisk until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Then add sugar, salt, baking powder, flour, and coffee granules.
- Pulse again until the flour combines well and the batter becomes smooth.
For making
- Heat a flat-surfaced skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop a quarter cup of batter and pour gently at the center of the skillet.
- Allow the batter to spread by itself.
- And cook in low heat until pancakes become golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy with maple syrup or golden syrup.
Muralidhar Sakthivelu
Very nice write up...
Sujatha Muralidhar
Thank you
Tara
Such a perfect start to the day! I love that coffee flavor and the different variation options. So good!
Jill
I've never thought to put coffee in my pancakes but I am loving the sound of it. Thanks for the recipe!
Beth
Oooo, I love the idea of serving this with chocolate sauce! Yumm!
Claudia Lamascolo
I just love the flavors in this so delicious and I cant wait to try this in the next few days!
Mahy
I love starting my day with a few pancakes. It is always a delight, and the best part - it is so easy to make them!