This is my first month with the secret recipe club. If you are not familiar with this group, it is a monthly event in which bloggers from around the globe are divided into groups. Each blogger is secretly assigned a blog, your mission is to explore the blog, select a recipe, make it and then blog about it. All posts are published simultaneously on a selected reveal date. It is a fun way to think and cook outside the box, try things you wouldn’t try otherwise. Explore new blogs and meet new people.
For my first SRC mission, I was assigned Kirsten’s Kitchen of vegan creations. I was pleasantly surprised when I got my assignment. Ever since the virtual vegan potluck I took part in last year, I have been researching and exploring vegan recipes, particulary in baking. I find the different substitutions used to make a certain recipe vegan particularly interesting and I really enjoyed exploring Kirsten’s blog for that same reason.
I have bookmarked her coconut banana flax seed waffles (can you tell I am still on a breakfast kick), Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with couscous and how to make wheat sausages. Then I came across her Vegan pancakes and I knew I had to try them. My kids are in their winter break and if it was up to my son, he would have pancakes for breakfast every single day. I was skeptical at first, as I have never tried a vegan pancake recipe before. I was worried that with out the ricotta cheese or the buttermilk the pancakes won’t be fluffy. It turns out I was wrong. These were a hit with the kids, they were much easier to prepare and less time consuming as opposed to my regular pancakes. No separating eggs, no melting butter, no reaching for multiple ingredients. One bowl and a whisk and your pancakes are ready to cook in 5 minutes!
I stuck to Kirsten’s recipe with the exception of using almond milk instead of rice milk and increasing the amount of sugar because my kids eat the pancakes plain without syrup.
Vegan pancakes
1 1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 tablespoons sugar (see notes)
Pinch of salt
1 cup almond milk (see notes)
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a bowl.
Add the milk, oil, vinegar and cinnamon, mix until combined (try not to over mix it)
Spoon 1/4 or 1/3 cup of the mix on a lightly greased cast iron pan or on a none stick pan
Cook on low heat till bubbles start to form, flip and cook on the opposite side for a minutes or two
Serve with maple syrup, homemade strawberry syrup or your choice of topping with a few slices of fruit on the side
Notes:
I increased the amount of sugar in the recipe because my kids eat the pancakes plain without syrup. If you like your pancakes with syrup (as I am sure most of you do) reduce the sugar to 1 tablespoon
The original recipe called for rice milk, I used almond milk and I think other none dairy milks would work here as well but I only tried with almond milk
To see what the other members of my group in the secret recipe club made this month please click on the smiling frog below
Rose
/ May 6, 2013I really appreciate this recipe and I cant wait to try it. Thank you
Anonymous
/ March 20, 2013although the taste is good, they were far too dense for me. I would not make again.
Soya
/ February 21, 2013Oh, this is perfect. All the vegan-pancake recipes I found on pinterest included bananas. But as I am not a huge banana love your recipe is just perfect for me. Thanks so much for sharing this!
GourmetGetaways (@GourmetGetaway)
/ February 10, 2013Yeh!! I love the idea of Vegan pancakes, I will be trying this for sure
Marina@Picnic at Marina
/ February 10, 2013Sawsan, when I looked at the photo, I didn’t think of it as vegan at all. They are perfect! And sure taste great!
teaandscones
/ February 9, 2013Welcome to SRC! You are off to a great start with these.
teaandscones
/ February 9, 2013Welcome to SRC!! So much fun! And you are off to a great start with this one.
spree
/ February 8, 2013Sawsan these look like a perfect pile of pancakes! I really like the idea of a pancake that requires only one bowl, and if kids like them, there’s perhaps no better endorsement! What a fun idea, this Secret Recipe Club! Wishing you much fun with it! x
Deborah H. Bateman
/ February 7, 2013Thanks for sharing the recipe and for mentioning the secret recipe club. Sounds interesting. I would like to join. I have a recipe blog called Recipe for Life at: http://deborah-bateman.blogspot.com where I share my family favorite recipes. Stop by if you get a chance.
Blessings,
Deboah H. Bateman-Author
ecavalla
/ February 7, 2013yum– pancakes are the best on weekend mornings!
Kristy
/ February 6, 2013These sound like a great alternative to regular pancakes. You know my kids enjoy them too. We haven’t made them in a while either. And one bowl?! I’m all over that. I should also make those ricotta pancakes again too. Even I enjoyed those!
Coffee and Crumpets
/ February 6, 2013Can’t tell they are missing anything! They look fabulous. SRC sounds like a lot of fun and you a picked a great recipe.
Nazneen
fati's recipes
/ February 6, 2013This is a great recipe. I’m glad it’s worked for you. I’ll look into making it for dad who can’t have normal milk because of his lactose intolerance. Looking forward to seeing more of these SRC recipes
cookingrookie
/ February 6, 2013These pancakes look delicious! I have never cooked with almond milk, and it sounds like a great idea ! Wonderful pick for SRC and beautiful pics
ChgoJohn
/ February 6, 2013Looking at that stack of pancakes one would never know that they’re vegan. They look about as perfect as a stack of pancakes could look, Sawsan. What a great inaugural dish to make for the Secret Recipe Club!
mjskit
/ February 6, 2013What an awesome stack of pancakes!!! They look perfect Sawson! I’ve never seen a pancake recipe with vinegar. Interesting. I see you added some sugar, but unlike your kids, even with the sugar I would want syrup but then I do have a huge sweet tooth!!
Profiteroles & Ponytails
/ February 6, 2013Easier than regular pancakes you say? Sold! I haven’t made much in the way of vegan baked goods either Sawsan, but I’d like to give these a go sometime knowing they were a big hit with your kids. Thanks for the introduction to Kirsten’s blog!
yummychunklet
/ February 6, 2013I’m going to try these vegan pancakes because the last ones I made were very difficult to flip in the pan.
Norma Chang
/ February 6, 2013Love the idea of orange slices with the pancakes. The pancakes look so light and fluffy..
myninjanaan
/ February 5, 2013these look soooo good!
Minnie@thelady8home
/ February 5, 2013Such lovely pancakes….and vegan too! SRC is fun, and I am glad you are a part of it. I had applied a while back but never heard from them. Fab pictures!!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013I applied months ago too and only heard from them this month. Try applying again, it is really fun
john@kitchenriffs
/ February 5, 2013Great recipe! And a great recipe to use when hosting a brunch where you know vegans will be in attendance. These look great! Definitely something I should try for myself. But you’re right – I do like to use maple syrup on mine, so I’ll reduce the amount of sugar! Good stuff – thanks.
milkandbun
/ February 5, 2013With almond milk, it sounds so delicious!!!
And an idea of the group is really good!
The Healthy Flavor
/ February 5, 2013These look yummy and a great basic recipe! Ahhhh yes, most people think vegan pancakes aren’t good, that’s because most are terrible, flat or too dense. I have some delicious vegan pancakes on my blog that are the best I’ve ever had! Gingersnap pancakes, my favorite I’ve ever had and Cookies ‘n’ cream pancakes. I use coconut milk in mine. Yours look beautiful and that’s so cool about you being in the secret club!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013Hello Brandi,
Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comment.
I agree, I have tried a few vegan pancake recipes that were terrible, so finding a good one was a pleasant surprise. I will definetly check out your pancake recipes.
Barbara Bamber | justasmidgen
/ February 5, 2013This Secret Club has always been intriguing, sometimes I think I’d like to join, but then I’d hate to let anyone down if I get busy. It seems you were connected to the perfect blogger this month, these pancakes must have been devoured by your kids:) xx
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013I think you will really enjoy it Barbara and you have a month to make the recipe, write the post and schedule it so I “think” time should not be a problem
The pancakes were a hit indeed! and I am glad the kid enjoyed them
angelamroberts
/ February 5, 2013I’ve often wondered how to make eggless pancakes. I might just try it. Good choice for SRC.
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013I did too until I found this recipe. I hope you will enjoy the pancakes
Sarvani
/ February 5, 2013This is such an interesting recipe.. and plus it uses almond milk.. have been reading all about it everywhere ..just that you dont get it easily here in India!! and this looks so easily and look at the pancakes.. so light and fluffy!! a must try!!!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013You can make your own almond milk Sarvani, here is the recipe I use for it
http://chefindisguise.com/2012/06/11/easy-homemade-almond-milk/
I really hope you will enjoy the pancakes, they are a refreshing change from the usual
hotlyspiced
/ February 5, 2013I haven’t heard of this secret group before. It sounds like a great idea. And your pancakes have turned out so well – they’re making me hungry! xx
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013Thank you Charlie, I just joint the secret recipe group but I think it will be great to get to meet new bloggers and explore their blogs
Jessica Maher (@kbelleicious)
/ February 5, 2013what a great way to enjoy pancakes! great choice for the SRC
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013Thank you kindly Jessica
Bernice
/ February 5, 2013Never heard of this secret club. Sounds like a lot of fun. Pancakes look good!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 6, 2013It is fun Bernice, you should giveit a try. It is a great way to explore new blogs
Bernice
/ February 7, 2013Thanks, I just might!
kirstenskitchen
/ February 5, 2013Hey Sawsan! It me Kirsten…thanks for all the blog love. Your photos are really nice.
The pancakes are a good one to start your vegan path
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013Hello Kirsten. Thank you for stopping by and for the great recipe. I really enjoyed it
Lisa~~
/ February 5, 2013Your pancakes look fluffy and delicious.
I’d love for you to check out my SRC entry Lemon Almond Biscotti.
Lisa~~
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013Hello Lisa, thank you for stopping by. I was just at your blog and loved your biscotti
Cathy
/ February 4, 2013Thanks Sawsan – another recipe to try!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013You are most welcome Cathy
Eva Taylor
/ February 4, 2013I have yet to belong to any of these clubs…not sure if I would have time to post but it sure looks like an amazing way to expand your horizons. I don’t see a photo on this post, which is unusual since you take such good photos.
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013I have deleted the pictures and uploaded them again. Can you see them now?
Eva Taylor
/ February 5, 2013Yes, they came up this time. Not sure what it was, but thank you. Such lovely photos indeed.
Suzanne Perazzini
/ February 4, 2013Sawsan, I am very sad because I can’t see your photos. They just have that awful red cross instead of the photos. Is this just me?
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013I deleted the pictures and uploaded them again. I hope you can see them now Suzanne. Thank you for the heads up
Suzanne
/ February 5, 2013I can see them now. Fantastic!
Choc Chip Uru
/ February 4, 2013Yay these pancakes look better than even usual ones
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013Thank you CCU, they were a refreshing change
Saskia (1=2)
/ February 4, 2013The SRC club sounds like a hoot Sawsan. These pancakes look beautiful. Love the addition of cinnamon. You’ve inspired me to at least try almond milk in my pancakes – I’m sure it must offer different nutrients to regular milk, and sometimes I worry about the amount of dairy my kids imbibe. Oh, my youngest would also be happy to be served pancakes every day for the rest of his life!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013I too worry about dairy milk with all the reports about it lately so I am trying to introduce other types. So far almond milk and coconut milk are a hit with the kids
cecilia
/ February 4, 2013Any easy recipe is a good one in my book! though as you can imagine I find it hard to get away from dairy!! I still make my yoghurt just the way you taught me.. have a lovely day.. c
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 5, 2013I totally agree Cecilia, we just started school after the winter break and quick and easy is more than welcome. I am really glad you enjoy the yogurt
cecilia
/ February 5, 2013we love it, i make a big pot every week, it goes in all the cheeses! c
Chica Andaluza
/ February 4, 2013Oat milk – just in case you thought ota milk was something weird and new!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013hehehe I thought you meant out of milk phase…as in you want to stay away from dairy milk
Chica Andaluza
/ February 4, 2013I’m having a bit of an ota milk phase right now so could try these with that!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013I was about to buy oat milk for the first time the other day but changed my mind at the last minute. I love almond milk and coconut milk but somehow I am having a hard time accepting the idea of rice milk and oat milk
Shema George
/ February 4, 2013These pancakes look so soft and fluffy…I also tired joining the Secret recipe club a few months ago but I was not in because they had too many member already..It sounds like a fun club
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013Thank you Shema. I applied over 5 months ago but was on the waiting list. Finally got accepted this month. Try again, it is a fun group indeed
sallybr
/ February 4, 2013YOU ARE IN THE SECRET RECIPE CLUB!!!!!!!!!! Oh, how I wish you were in my group… (sniff, sniff… sniff… and more sniff…)
Oh, well – Welcome to SRC, I know you will have a blast with it, it’s a fun event!
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise
/ February 4, 2013hehehe
I loved your reaction Sally.
it was your posts and participation who got me to join in, in the first place
I applied months ago but was on the waiting list. I really wished I was in your group too
Still I hope I will get to meet new people and learn new things in this group