How to Make Whole Wheat Pancakes from Scratch - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day, and there’s no better way to start your morning than with a stack of delicious, homemade pancakes. Not only are they comforting and satisfying, but they’re also surprisingly easy to make from scratch.

When it comes to pancakes, many people opt for the classic white flour variety. However, if you’re looking for a healthier alternative that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture, whole wheat pancakes are the way to go. Whole whe...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup wheat germ
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups buttermilk
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread wheat germ over a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly, then transfer wheat germ to a large bowl.
  • Stir flour, baking soda, and salt into wheat germ. Beat buttermilk, eggs, and oil in another bowl until smooth; pour egg mixture into flour mixture and stir until batter is just blended.
  • Heat griddle over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray. Pour 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, about 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 559mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 168mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 455mg