Description
Fluffy Kefir Pancakes are a delightful twist on classic pancakes using probiotic-rich kefir to create a light, tender texture. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast, these pancakes are easy to prepare and pair wonderfully with maple syrup or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ¾ cup Lifeway Plain Lowfat Kefir
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk the large room temperature egg, Lifeway Plain Lowfat Kefir, and maple syrup thoroughly to blend.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula just until combined. Some lumps are fine and will help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat Pan: Warm a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease the surface with butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the preheated pan. Cook for about 2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set, then flip carefully. Cook the other side for an additional 1 minute or until both sides are golden brown. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
- Keep Warm: Place cooked pancakes in a warm oven while completing the rest of the batch to serve all warm together.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the pancakes warm topped with your favorite toppings such as additional maple syrup, fresh berries, or butter.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter integration.
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Adjust the stove heat to medium-low to cook pancakes evenly without burning.
- Store cooked pancakes in a warm oven set at low temperature to keep them hot and soft until serving.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
