Delightful Carrot Cake Pancakes
These Delightful Carrot Cake Pancakes are the perfect way to brighten your morning! Inspired by classic pumpkin pancakes but crafted with fresh, sweet carrots, these fluffy pancakes are bursting with flavor. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, balanced with the natural sweetness of carrots. They're incredibly easy to make in just one blender, resulting in minimal clean-up. Enjoy them topped with a drizzle of pure maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt for a nutritious breakfast that your family will love. This recipe yields 8-12 pancakes, making it perfect for a small gathering or a cozy family breakfast! Serve them warm and watch everyone's faces light up with joy!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
milk
1 3/4 cups (none)
eggs
2 (none)
butter
1/4 cup (melted)
carrots
4 medium (chopped)
flour
2 cups (none)
baking powder
2 tablespoons (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
sugar
4 tablespoons (none)
nutmeg
2 dashes (none)
cinnamon
2 dashes (none)
Instructions
1
Start by gathering your ingredients and getting your blender ready.
2
In the blender, pour in the milk, then add the eggs and melted butter. Blend briefly until mixed.
3
Next, add the chopped carrots to the blender and blend until they are completely smooth and no chunks remain.
4
Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar to the blender. Blend on low speed until all ingredients are well combined.
5
Sprinkle in the nutmeg and cinnamon, and blend again for about 1 minute, until the spices are evenly distributed.
6
Check the batter's consistency; if it's too thin, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of flour to thicken it.
7
Preheat a frying pan over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
8
Pour the batter onto the pan to form pancakes of your desired size.
9
Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
10
Serve warm and enjoy with pure maple syrup or your favorite toppings!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delightful Carrot Cake Pancakes?
They are fluffy pancakes inspired by classic pumpkin pancakes but made with fresh carrots and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
How many pancakes does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields between 8 and 12 pancakes.
What is the main appliance needed for this recipe?
This recipe is conveniently made in just one blender for minimal clean-up.
How much milk is required?
The recipe requires 1 3/4 cups of milk.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
You will need 2 eggs for this recipe.
How much butter is included and how should it be prepared?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of butter, which should be melted before use.
How many carrots do I need?
You will need 4 medium carrots.
How should the carrots be prepared before blending?
The carrots should be chopped before being added to the blender.
How much flour is used in the pancake batter?
The recipe uses 2 cups of flour.
How much baking powder is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of baking powder.
What amount of salt is added?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of salt.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The batter includes 4 tablespoons of sugar.
Which spices give the pancakes their flavor?
Nutmeg and cinnamon are used to provide a classic carrot cake flavor.
How many dashes of nutmeg are required?
The recipe calls for 2 dashes of nutmeg.
How many dashes of cinnamon are required?
The recipe calls for 2 dashes of cinnamon.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Start by gathering your ingredients and getting your blender ready.
When do I add the liquid ingredients to the blender?
Pour in the milk, eggs, and melted butter at the start and blend briefly.
How smooth should the carrot mixture be?
Blend the chopped carrots until they are completely smooth and no chunks remain.
What speed should I use when adding the flour?
Blend on low speed when adding the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
How long should I blend after adding the spices?
Blend for about 1 minute until the spices are evenly distributed.
What should I do if the batter is too thin?
You can add 1 to 2 tablespoons of flour to thicken the consistency.
What heat setting should I use for the frying pan?
Preheat the frying pan over medium heat.
How do I prepare the pan for cooking?
Lightly spray the pan with cooking spray.
How long should each side of the pancake cook?
Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
What color should the finished pancakes be?
They should turn a beautiful golden brown.
What are the recommended toppings?
Enjoy them with pure maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt.
Are these pancakes suitable for a family?
Yes, they are a nutritious breakfast that the whole family will love.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is designed for simple preparation.
Can I serve these for brunch?
Absolutely, these pancakes are perfect for brunch or a cozy family breakfast.
What category do these pancakes fall into?
They are considered breakfast and vegetable pancakes.