Fluffy Eggless Pancakes Recipe (Hidden Veggie Option) (2024)

What Makes This Recipe Great

Pancakes are the most classic breakfast food. While it would seem like there’s no way to make the pancake even better, just wait! These eggless pancakes are completely gluten-free and dairy-free, ultra fluffy, and also have hidden zucchini (without any compromise of flavor!).

If you have a picky eater, an egg allergy, or other food allergies, or just want a healthier option, this gluten-free, eggless pancake recipe is for you! This is my 3-year-old’s current favorite breakfast, and I don’t mind that at all because they’re packed with veggies, are healthier than alternatives, and I (who is sensitive to dairy and gluten) can eat them too!

The best part? They taste just like delicious, fluffy, traditional pancakes, and no one will know the difference.Top them with fresh fruit, maple syrup, nut butter, and more!

And check out these recipes for more fun ways to sneak in extra veggies: Hidden Veggie Lasagna Casserole, , and Easy Homemade Veggie Nuggets!

• flax egg: Combine 1 tbsp of flaxseed meal and 2½ tbsp water and let it sit for 5 minutes before adding. This egg replacer also works really well. If you’re not egg-free, you can use 1 large egg.
• avocado oil: Or any oil of your choice, plus more for cooking.
• gluten-free all purpose flour: Make sure you use a gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum – I used Bob’s Red Mill.
• vanilla extract
• granulated sugar: You’ll need just one tablespoon sugar.
• baking powder
• sea salt
• finely grated zucchini: I used a lemon zester (peel first if don’t want the greens to show).If you don’t want to add zucchini, you can just add equal amount of almond milk.
• unsweetened almond milk: Oat milk and coconut milk will also work. Or your favorite non-dairy milk, plus more if needed to adjust the batter consistency. You can use regular dairy milk if you’re not dairy free.

1. Add the wet ingredients: flax egg (or regular egg), avocado oil, and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl and whisk together.
2. Add dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and sea salt, and mix until fully combined and crumbly.
3. Stir in zucchini and almond milk in the large bowl, and mix until smooth. Add a little bit of milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if you want thinner pancakes.
4. Heat a large skillet or hot griddle over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil.
5. Scoop and pour the pancake batter onto the pan using ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles start to form and the pancakes start to puff- about 3-3 min. Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side, about 3-4 more minutes.
6. Serve these fluffy pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.

Expert Tips

• Feel free to experiment with different add-ins like chocolate chips or blueberries.
• You really can’t detect the zucchini at all. To hide it visually for picky eaters, make sure to peel the zucchini before grating so the greens do not show. Do not squeeze or drain the zucchini before adding to the batter.
• If you don’t want to add the zucchini, simply replace it with an equal amount (1/2 cup) of dairy-free milk of your choice.

Serving Tips

• Serve these eggless pancakes however you love pancakes- top with vegan butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, peanut butter, almond butter or other nut butter, fruit jam, fresh berries, sliced banana, and more.

Storage Tips

• Leftover pancakes can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat for 15-20 seconds in the microwave.
• These pancakes freeze well. Separate each pancake with parchment paper, and freeze in an airtight freezer container for up to 2 months.

More Egg-Free Recipes

Easy Vegan Blueberry Scones

Classic Cinnamon Vegan Coffee Cake

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll In a Mug (Vegan)

No-Bake Vegan Donut Holes

Fluffy Eggless Pancakes Recipe (Hidden Veggie Option)

Now you can eat Fluffy Eggless Pancakes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! These veggie-packed, gluten-free, egg-free, and vegan pancakes are just as fluffy and delicious as the classic but allergy-friendly and much healthier. Even picky eaters love them!

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Servings: 7 pancakes

Calories: 114kcal

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