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Lemon Poppyseed Vegan Pancakes

Light, fluffy vegan pancakes full of lemony goodness.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cups vanilla unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons poppyseeds
  • vegan whipped cream (optional)
  • pure maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour, 4 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of poppyseeds
  • Add 2 cups of almond milk, 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 cup of canola oil
  • Whisk until the ingredients are just combined (do not over mix)
  • Place a flat griddle or wide skillet over medium to medium high heat
  • Grease the griddle with your favorite vegan non-stick spray, butter or coconut oil
  • Drop 1/4 cup of batter (small pancakes), 1/3 cup of batter (medium pancakes) or 1/2 cup of batter (larger pancakes) onto the warm greased griddle
  • Cook until bubbles form over the top of the pancake and then carefully flip
  • Cook until the bottom is golden brown and the pancake feels springy to a light touch
  • Serve the pancakes garnished with vegan whipped cream and some pure maple syrup