Vegan pancakes are proof that you don’t need eggs or dairy to enjoy a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes. Whether you’re fully plant-based or just looking to cut back on animal products, this recipe delivers all the comfort and taste of classic pancakes—without compromise.
At the core of a good vegan pancake is a simple combination of plant-based milk, flour, baking powder, and a little sweetener. The baking powder acts as a leavening agent, making the pancakes rise and turn light and airy. Popular choices for milk include almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk, each bringing a subtle flavor of its own.
To replace eggs, many recipes rely on ingredients like mashed banana, applesauce, chia seeds, or flaxseeds mixed with water. These not only bind the ingredients together but also add extra nutrition. A tablespoon of apple cider vinegar combined with baking soda or non-dairy milk can also help create fluffiness—similar to buttermilk in traditional recipes.
The batter is typically mixed just until combined (overmixing can make them dense) and then cooked on a non-stick skillet until bubbles form on the surface—just like regular pancakes. Flip and cook for another minute or two until golden brown.
What makes vegan pancakes even more appealing is how customizable they are. Add blueberries, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor. For toppings, go for maple syrup, nut butter, fresh fruits, or vegan yogurt.
Not only are these pancakes delicious and satisfying, but they’re also cholesterol-free and can be made with whole grains for a healthier twist. Perfect for weekend brunches, quick weekday breakfasts, or a cozy breakfast-for-dinner night.
Whether you’re new to plant-based cooking or a long-time vegan, vegan pancakes are a go-to comfort food that never disappoints. They’re easy to make, endlessly adaptable, and loved by everyone at the table—vegan or not.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup non-dairy milk such as almond or soy
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil such as canola or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Pour in the non-dairy milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with oil if necessary.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings, such as fresh fruit, maple syrup, or vegan butter.
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Too bland for my taste. I think they need more sugar or vanilla. Also, they didn’t rise well.
Never made pancakes before, how do u know when to flip? Mine burned. 😩
Why do vegan recipes even exist? Like, just eat eggs and milk instead. 🤷♂️
Simple recipe, but pancake flipping is hard! Mine turned into a mess… but still tasted okay.
Flipping pancakes is tricky! I always end up flipping too soon. Practice makes perfect, though!
Just use a bigger spatula! That helps. And who cares if they look funny, they taste good, right? 😂
These pancakes are AMAZING! I added blueberries and they turned out fabulous. Will definitely make again!
I tried this and my pancakes were flat. Maybe I did something wrong. 🤔
So glad you liked them! Blueberries sounds like a great idea! 👏
I was skeptical at first since they’re vegan, but wow! They are fluffy and delicious. My kids loved them.
That’s awesome to hear! I’ve been wanting to try vegan pancakes but wasn’t sure if they’d taste good. Maybe I’ll give it a shot!
I substituted almond milk with coconut milk and added chocolate chips. Heaven!
Best pancakes I ever made! So easy and quick. I’m not vegan, but these are really great.
I’m glad you liked the pancakes! They really are super simple to make. I added chocolate chips to mine, and they turned out amazing!
Not sure about these. How can pancakes be good without eggs? Seems a bit off to me.
I dunno who would eat this its just pancakes without eggs… that’s weird.
I don’t understand how these can be called pancakes. They’re just flat cakes! Not impressed.
HELP! I left out the oil and they were a disaster! Learn from my mistake.
Oh no! I’ve done that before too! The oil makes such a difference. Don’t worry, we learn from our mistakes!
I was skeptical about vegan pancakes, but these were surprisingly good. I added some blueberries.
Glad to hear you enjoyed them! Blueberries are a great add-in.
Best pancakes ever! I used banana instead of sugar and it was stellar!
These pancakes were sooo fluffy! My kids loved them! 🌟
These pancakes turned out amazing! So fluffy and delicious! Definitely a keeper.
Do these even taste like real pancakes? I have my doubts. 🤔
I was skeptical too, but they actually taste pretty good! Just give them a try. 😊
Why do vegans always come up with alternatives? Just eat regular pancakes! 🙄
Super quick and easy! I’ll be making these again this weekend! 💖
I’m so glad you found it easy! These pancakes are a weekend must! 😊
Not what I expected. They taste kinda bland and I had to add a lot of syrup.
Highly recommend these! I used oat milk instead and it was yum! 🥞❤️
Never liked pancakes, but these look okay. Are they filling? I need something to keep me full! 🤷♂️
I tried almond milk. They turned out great! But can something really be vegan and still taste good? 🤔
I used almond milk and they came out great. Can’t believe it’s vegan! 🥞
Not a fan. They were too sweet and didn’t brown like I expected. I’ll stick to eggs.
I messed up the measurements and they turned out awful. My fault tho! Might try again.
Best vegan pancakes I’ve ever made! I added blueberries too, delicious!
Tried this recipe and it was super easy. Don’t skip the vanilla, it’s key! Will make again. 😊
These pancakes are fantastic! So fluffy and easy to make. I added some berries and it was a hit!
Haven’t tried yet, but I think can use oat milk instead of almond milk. Anyone try that?
I haven’t tried oat milk either, but I think it should work just fine! Let us know how it turns out!
Why would you want to make pancakes without eggs? Seems weird to me.
1 cup flour too much! I added less and they still worked. Tasty tho.
Glad they turned out tasty for you! Everyone’s got their preference on flour amounts. 😊
They were okay but not the best pancakes I’ve had. 👎
I think they turned out great! Maybe try adding some cinnamon or chocolate chips next time to kick it up a notch? 😊
Easy recipe and perfect for breakfast. I added blueberries for extra flavor. Yum!
Blueberries make everything better! I’ve tried it with bananas too, and it’s delish! 😊
Looks easy but I’m not sure if I’ll get the pancakes to flip right. Any tips?
These pancakes are just ok. Not the best I’ve had, but they’ll do in a pinch.
I totally get you! These pancakes are not like grandma’s, but they’re quick and easy for busy mornings. 😊
I can’t believe these are vegan! They taste just like regular pancakes. I’m sold!
Simple and straightforward. Tasty enough, but I prefer my pancakes thicker.
Thicker pancakes are the way to go! You should add some mashed bananas or oats to make them fluffier!
Yum! My family loved them, and they don’t even care for vegan stuff usually.
So easy to make! I’ll be adding chocolate chips next time. Do it!
Fantastic! I made mine with coconut oil and they smelled amazing while cooking!
Coconut oil sounds like a great twist! I’ll have to try that next time. These pancakes are the best vegan option out there!
I substituted oat milk and added cinnamon. It made them way better!
They turned out a bit rubbery for me 🤔. I followed the recipe exactly, maybe I overmixed?
Meh. I didn’t think they were any better than normal pancakes. Just more work for me.
I don’t know what went wrong, but mine turned out flat and sad. Maybe I mixed too long?
These flop-ened. I followed everything but my batter was way too thick.
These pancakes are incredible! So fluffy and tasty! Definitely my new go-to recipe!
Yep! Just made a batch and I’m lovin it. Thanks for the recipe!