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Many people can claim their pancake recipes are the best, the fluffiest, the lightest etc. but how many have had it declared that a recipe is the most famous?
Well, this recipe has been certified ‘famous’ by a very important citizen in this town. Who you wonder? The very sweet 8 year old daughter of one of my dearest friend, that is who.
So there. Take that to the bank and when you get back, make these pancakes.
Famous Wheat Germ Pancakes (Yield = approximately 15 4 inch pancakes)
Ingredients:
2 cups of white whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1.5 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon wheat germ
1 large egg
2 cups 1% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 stick unsalted butter*
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
Directions:
1. Combine the flour through the wheat germ in a large bowl.
2. In a separate large bowl, whisk the egg and then combine with the milk through applesauce and whisk well.
3. Fold the ‘wet’ mixture into the flour mixture, stirring just until moist. STOP, I know you want to keep mixing but don’t. Walk away from the bowl.
4. Now you may go ahead and spray the big ole’ nonstick skillet with some cooking spray for good measure and heat the skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup amounts in the pan in 3 or 4 places and stop again. Just watch the batter and once you see all the bubbles start popping up, it is time to flip the pancake.
5. Cook the pancakes a minute or so longer, set aside and repeat. Top with some fruit and a bit of real maple syrup.
*I substituted the applesauce for some of the butter. If you want the recipe in its’ original form, use 1 stick of butter.
Jennifer says
Hi Merriam, my apologies, it is a 1/2 stick of butter. Enjoy!
Merriam says
I’ve been looking for whole wheat pancakes and yours look delicious. Just wondering how much 1/2 stick butter is? Is it 1/2 cup?
Thx!
Niki says
These sound delicious, do you think I could make them and freeze them so I could just pull out one at a time and toast? My toddler loves pancakes, I’ve found a somewhat organic brand that I buy (because my husband and I don’t need to eat pancakes every day). Thanks!
Jennifer says
Hi Rick, yes it is. I updated the recipe – thank you!
Rick says
I presume the butter is melted?
Heidi @ Food Doodles says
These look fantastic! I’m going to have to try these out on my kids(and maybe even my hubby who’s more picky than my kids, haha). Very pretty pictures, I love the colorful fruit on top 😀
Annie says
I have never cooked with wheat germ before, but these looks scrumptious so I will have to try!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Super yum! I never had wheat germ pancakes, but I bet I’d love them!! Beautiful photo!
Erin says
I don’t think I’ve ever had wheat germ pancakes, but they look gorgeous, especially with all that beautiful fruit on top/
Jennifer says
You are correct Amy, the joy from a child is the best reaction.
Jennifer says
Thank you Robyn, much appreciated!
Amy says
I think that those are the best opinions to go by, don’t you?
Beautiful photo!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch says
These pancakes are GORGEOUS, Jennifer!!! Pinned!