Low Sugar Whole Wheat Pancakes

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time20 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 tbsp ground flaxseed
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3 tbsp water
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp granulated sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 ½ cups buttermilk
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the pan

1–2 tsp unsalted butter oil or neutral oil, for the pan

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and water until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a gel.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

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