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The BEST Eggless Pancakes Recipe! These are perfectly soft and extra fluffy that you won’t believe that these pancakes are made without eggs. Keep reading for tips and tricks to make them perfect every single time.

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  • ❤️ Why I Love This Eggless Pancakes Recipe
  • 🧾 Ingredient Notes
  • 👩‍🍳 How To Make Pancakes Without Eggs?
  • 🥞 Toppings For Eggless Pancakes
  • 💭 Expert Tips For Eggfree Pancakes
  • 📖 Freezing instructions
  • FAQs
  • 📋 Recipe Card
  • ⭐ Reviews

❤️ Why I Love This Eggless Pancakes Recipe

  • It requires only 6 ingredients (that includes salt and water).
  • The eggless pancakes batter comes together in just 5 minutes.
  • This makes the perfect family weekend breakfast just like these eggless waffles.
  • You can involve your kids and make memories.
  • This is the basic recipe, you can customize with mix-ins and add-ons as per your preference. See the ideas below in the notes.

🧾 Ingredient Notes

This eggless pancakes batter requires very minimal and basic ingredients. I am sure you’ll have everything in your pantry right now. So what are you waiting for? Make them this weekend.

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  • Melted butter:
    • I prefer to use unsalted butter in my cooking/baking because I like to control the salt in the recipe. But you can use salted butter and if so skip the salt in the recipe.
    • If you want to make them vegan, then use the same amount of oil instead of butter.
  • Water: It should be at room temperature. Not hot, cold, or warm water.
  • Sugar: I do not like super sweet pancakes, so this amount will give slight sweetness. But if you prefer sweet then increase the sugar amount.

👩‍🍳 How To Make Pancakes Without Eggs?

1) Take dry ingredients (all purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking powder) in a bowl.

2) Mix it using a wire whisk and make a well in the center.

3) Add water and melted butter, start mixing.

4) Mix till everything comes together.

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5) Now heat the pan on medium heat. Once hot add some butter. I use the stick and just swirl around the center of the pan by holding the stick with the hand.

6) Now take around ⅓ cup of batter.

7) Pour into the hot pan, DO NOT spread. Let the batter flow by itself.

8) You will see lots of bubbles that will form and break. When the bubbles stop breaking, you will notice, edges are cooked, but the center is still wet. It is time to flip.

9) Flip the pancake with a spatula. You will see nice light golden color in the bottom.

10) Cook the other side as well till it is golden as well, you can lift slightly with a spatula and see if it is ready or not. Repeat the same with rest of the batter.

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🥞 Toppings For Eggless Pancakes

Go wild with your imaginations. Mix and match toppings and make your stack of eggless pancakes delicious or just enjoy them plain. There are a few options I have shared below, let me know yours in the comments below.

  • Butter & maple syrup: the classic!!
  • Fruits: fresh fruits add colors, freshness and juicy, sweet taste. I like berries or peach with maple syrup, you can add a banana with caramel sauce, cinnamon-spiced cooked apple or pear slices.
  • Nuts: Along with fruits, sometimes I add toasted nuts like walnuts, slivered almonds, or pecans.
  • Syrups: I mostly prefer maple syrup. But you can use any other sauces like butterscotch sauce, caramel, chocolate sauce. Or simply use honey.
  • Jams & spreads: You can spread any fruit jam, eggless lemon curd or spreads like warm peanut butter, nutella, or any your choice of nut butter.
  • Chocolate: You can top your eggfree pancakes with chocolate chips or mix in the batter before cooking.

💭 Expert Tips For Eggfree Pancakes

  • Do not overmix the batter. Otherwise, pancakes without eggs will lose fluffiness and becomes tough.
  • Size of pancake: I prefer to use ⅓ cup of batter to make medium-sized (around 5-inch diameter) pancake. You can make small or big as per your preference.
  • Do not spread the batter: After pouring the batter into the hot pan, do not spread the batter to get thick and fluffy eggless pancakes.
  • Double or triple: This recipe makes 8 medium-sized eggfree pancakes. You can double or triple the ingredients to make a bigger batch.
  • Spreading butter on hot pan: Make sure not to add too much butter, a very little amount is enough. Instead, you can use nonstick cooking spray.

📖 Freezing instructions

  • Let the eggless pancakes cool down completely.
  • Arrange them on a baking sheet on a single layer. Pop it into the freezer.
  • Once frozen place them into a freezer-safe ziplock bag and freeze up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Remove from the bag (no need to defrost), reheat in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel until piping hot. I do not recommend reheating into the oven because they get dry out quickly.
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FAQs

If making a bigger batch, how to keep eggless pancakes warm?

Preheat the oven to 200°F, arrange cooked pancakes on a baking sheet on a single layer. And keep them in the oven to keep them warm until ready to eat.

How do I know when to flip the pancake?

To keep these eggless pancakes fluffy and thick, do not let the top layer cook completely. The center is still wet, but the edges look dry and cooked. This is the perfect time to flip.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

NO. most of the baking powder I have seen in the stores are double-acting. It means that the first leavening occurs when baking powder gets wet. So as soon as the batter is made it starts to react. Longer it sits, it loses its effect and initial rise. FYI, second leavening occurs when it gets heated up.

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The BEST Eggless Pancakes Recipe! These are perfectly soft and extra fluffy that you won’t believe that these pancakes are made without eggs.

Author: Kanan

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 108kcal

Servings 8 pancakes

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml) See details

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup All purpose flour (Maida)
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons Water
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Melted

Instructions

  • Take dry ingredients (all purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking powder) in a bowl. Mix it using a wire whisk and make a well in the center.

  • Add water and melted butter, mix till everything comes together.

  • Now heat the pan on medium heat. Once hot add some butter. I use the stick and just swirl around the center of the pan by holding the stick with the hand.

  • Now take around ⅓ cup of batter. Pour into the hot pan, DO NOT spread. Let the batter flow by itself.

  • You will see lots of bubbles which will form and break. When the bubbles stop breaking, you will notice, edges are cooked, but the center is still wet. It is time to flip. Flip the pancake with a spatula. You will see nice light golden color in the bottom.

  • Cook the other side as well till it is golden as well, you can lift slightly with a spatula and see if it is ready or not. Repeat the same with rest of the batter.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter. Otherwise, pancakes will lose fluffiness and becomes tough.
  • Do not spread the batter: After pouring the batter into the hot pan, do not spread the batter to get thick and fluffy pancakes.
  • Double or triple: This recipe makes 8 medium-sized eggfree pancakes. You can double or triple the ingredients to make a bigger batch.
  • Spreading butter on hot pan: Make sure not to add too much butter, a very little amount is enough. Instead, you can use nonstick cooking spray.
  • When making a bigger batch and keeping pancakes warm, preheat the oven to 200°F, arrange cooked pancakes on a baking sheet on a single layer. And keep them in the oven to keep them warm until ready to eat.
  • How do I know when to flip the pancake? To keep these eggless pancakes fluffy and thick, do not let the top layer cook completely. The center is still wet, but the edges look dry and cooked. This is the perfect time to flip.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 serving

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  1. Navya

    I added a little milk and vanilla essence to my batter and some sea salt. I’ll make the pancakes tomorrow I kept the batter in the fridge.

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    • Kanan Patel

      sure. hope you enjoy!

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  2. Lila

    Amazing recipe, I'm willing to keep it. Thank you so much for updating it!Eggless Pancakes Recipe - Spice Up The Curry (11)

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    • Kanan Patel

      Glad that you liked.

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FAQs

What can you add to pancake mix for more flavor? ›

You can add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and about 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon directly to the batter and cook as directed. Or you can make a cinnamon filling to swirl into your pancake as it cooks. For this method, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter together.

How to spice up just add water pancakes? ›

You can add a dash of lemon juice and a pinch of baking soda to aerate them, make them fluffier. You can beat in an egg, if you like that flavor. And of course suit yourself as to berries, chocolate chips, nuts, etc. You can mix them with more liquid to get a crepe-like pancake (which is what I usually do).

What does adding an extra egg to pancakes do? ›

Eggs are a crucial ingredient. They provide the cakes with the structure to hold light bubbles. Eggs also give the batter additional, richer flavor from the yolk fat. If you add too many eggs, you'll have “pancakes” that look more like custard or crepes.

What happens if you don't put eggs in pancakes? ›

Remove the egg from pancakes and without a binder, they'll fall apart on the griddle. Eggs make things fluffier. Eggs help foods to rise, leaven or puff up, making them have a light and airy texture. Eggs add color and richness in flavor.

Does milk instead of water make pancakes better? ›

Can I Use Water Instead of Milk in Pancakes? Milk adds both flavor and texture to pancake batter, so if you are looking to make pancakes without milk, a simple swap to water doesn't always do the trick. For pancakes made without milk, you'll want to add some flavor through melted butter and vanilla extract.

Do pancakes taste better with water or milk? ›

Pancake lovers' biggest complaint when adding water instead of milk is that the flavor seems to change. Pancakes aren't as richly flavored with water. There are a few ways to improve your batter when you've used water, including: Add extra butter.

Is it better to mix pancakes wet into dry or dry into wet? ›

Mixing the dry ingredients into the wet was far more successful. Following this order made for a more supple dough that was easier to combine thoroughly without overmixing (which can overdevelop gluten), so it turned out more delicate, finely textured results. It also made cleanup easier.

What makes pancakes fluffier? ›

5 Tips for Fluffier Pancakes
  1. Allow the Batter to Rest. A good rule of thumb when you're wondering how to make fluffy pancakes is to let the batter rest. ...
  2. Beat the Egg Whites. Separate your yolk from the egg white then beat to create a fluffy pancake. ...
  3. Don't Over Mix! ...
  4. Wait for the Bubbles. ...
  5. Follow a Good Recipe.
Dec 1, 2019

What does sugar do for pancakes? ›

Sugar: Sugar binds with the water in the batter and slows the development of the gluten. That means pancakes with a tablespoon of sugar will be softer, less rubbery, less elastic. Sugar will also aid in browning and give you those crispy edges that no pancake can do without.

What does milk do to pancakes? ›

Salt: A pinch of salt will enhance the overall flavor without making your pancakes taste salty. Milk and butter: Milk and butter add moisture and richness to the pancakes. Egg: A whole egg lends even more moisture. Plus, it helps bind the pancake batter together.

What is a good replacement for eggs in pancakes? ›

Mashed fruit as an egg substitute works best in moist and dense recipes such as brownies, muffins, quick breads, pancakes, and waffles.
  • Banana: 1/4 to 1/2 cup mashed or pureed.
  • Unsweetened applesauce: 1/4 cup.
  • Avocado: 1/4 cup.
  • Pumpkin puree: 1/4 cup.
  • Rehydrated and pureed prunes, raisins, soaked dates: 1/4 cup.
Mar 5, 2024

Do restaurants put pancake batter in eggs? ›

Restaurants do have a few tips, tricks, and secret ingredients for really elevating this seemingly simple dish. For example, IHOP adds a little pancake batter to their scrambled eggs to ensure they are light and fluffy while remaining filling, according to The Daily Meal.

What can u use instead of eggs? ›

See the list of 11 egg substitutes below to find the right one for the recipe you're whipping up.
  • MASHED BANANA. ...
  • APPLESAUCE. ...
  • SILKEN TOFU. ...
  • GROUND FLAXSEED OR CHIA SEEDS & WATER. ...
  • YOGURT. ...
  • BUTTERMILK. ...
  • SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK. ...
  • ARROWROOT POWDER OR CORNSTARCH.

Does pancake mix taste better with milk or water? ›

Pancake lovers' biggest complaint when adding water instead of milk is that the flavor seems to change. Pancakes aren't as richly flavored with water. There are a few ways to improve your batter when you've used water, including: Add extra butter.

Will adding baking powder to pancake mix make them fluffier? ›

Baking powder, like baking soda, is a chemical leavening agent made with sodium bicarbonate (aka baking soda) plus a weak acid, such as potassium bitartrate. Baking soda is essential for baked goods, but baking powder is really what makes pancakes and biscuits rise and become so super fluffy.

What happens if I add sugar to pancake mix? ›

Adding too much sugar can also cause the pancakes to brown too quickly and become too dark or burn. If you do decide to add sugar to your pancake mix, it's a good idea to start with a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) and adjust based on your taste preferences. Yes, it is okay to add sugar to a pancake mix.

Is it cheaper to buy pancake mix or make your own? ›

It's easy to find boxed pancake mix on sale for just a few dollars. So, if you use organic flour and organic sugar, your homemade pancake mix will cost you more. However, if you buy flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder in bulk, the cost per pancake is cheaper than a boxed mix.

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