Coconut Cream Pancakes
Fluffy Coconut Cream Pancakes offer a tropical twist on your breakfast by combining creamy coconut cream with a light, airy batter. These pancakes are tender, moist, and subtly sweet with coconut aroma, perfect for any occasion from quick weekday mornings to special weekend brunches.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Tropical / Fusion
- Diet: Can be gluten-free or vegan with modifications
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (or flax/chia eggs for vegan)
- 1/2 cup coconut cream (fresh, high-quality preferred)
- 3/4 cup milk or plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Coconut oil or butter, for greasing the pan
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined to ensure even rising and fluffiness.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs before adding coconut cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and creamy to infuse a luscious tropical flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are okay to keep pancakes tender.
- Heat the Pan and Add Coconut Oil: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with coconut oil or butter to add a slight coconut crisp to the edges.
- Cook the Pancakes: Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges set, then flip carefully and cook another 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve Warm and Enjoy: Transfer pancakes to a plate and serve immediately with your favorite toppings, or keep warm in a low oven while finishing the rest.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter.
- Don’t overmix the batter; gentle folding keeps pancakes light and fluffy.
- Maintain medium heat to cook pancakes evenly without burning.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to activate the baking powder fully.
- Choose fresh, high-quality coconut cream for the best flavor and texture.
- For dairy-free, swap milk for plant-based milk and butter for coconut oil.
- To avoid sticking, use a well-greased non-stick pan or cast iron skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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