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Delicious Carrot Cake Pancakes

Delicious Carrot Cake Pancakes: A Cozy Weekend Indulgence!

Delicious Carrot Cake Pancakes bring the joy of a favorite dessert right to breakfast, transforming your mornings into a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 pancakes
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with whole wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder The secret for fluffy pancakes
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Infuses delightful spice
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger Contributes traditional flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and sweetness
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots Freshly grated is best
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based options
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter/Oil Choose oil for a lighter pancake
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor
  • Optional Add-ins Chopped walnuts, pecans, raisins or currants

For the Cream Cheese Topping (Optional)

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat for best flavor
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens topping
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust consistency to liking
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Complements cream cheese

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Prepare Topping: In a bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and brown sugar until evenly combined.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix milk, eggs, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract until well blended.
  • Combine Mixtures: Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Fold in Carrots: Add the freshly grated carrots and any optional add-ins, folding gently until evenly distributed.
  • Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat, lightly greasing it with oil or butter.
  • Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip and Finish: Flip the pancakes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  • Serve: Stack pancakes on plates, adding a generous dollop of cream cheese frosting or a drizzle of maple syrup on top.
  • Enjoy: Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes before cooking for optimal texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Breakfast, brunch, carrot cake, Delicious Carrot Cake Pancakes, delight, pancakes
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