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Fast, simple, and tastes great! These pancakes are made without using milk or eggs, using only four basic ingredients, plus a little liquid to complete the batter.
Ingredients
The quantities are for 10 - 12 pancakes or 3 if using the amounts in ():
- Flour - 1 cup - (1/4 cup)
- Baking powder - 2 tsp - (1/2 tsp)
- Sugar - 2 Tbs - (1 tsp)
- Salt - 1/8 tsp - (pinch)
- Liquid (water or one of the other suggestions below); note that the amount is determined by thickness as desired - see explanation in text
Steps
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Whisk the dry ingredients together. Tip the dry ingredients into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. -
Add the liquid of choice. Most fluids of a watery consistency, such as water, fruit juice, cream, and yes, even milk (including non-dairy milk), etc., will work equally well to combine with these ingredients, to make the pancakes. [1] X Research source However, there are a few caveats depending on whether you're making pancakes, crepes or waffles:
- Since crepes, pancakes, waffles, and an even a thicker batter for coating thin precooked meat pieces (ham, sausage, salami, etc.), will each require different amounts of fluid, giving a specific measurement is not possible. If you've never made pancakes, start by making the batter as if you were making a very thick gravy. Test to see if it's of the consistency that you want, then add dry mixture or fluid to adjust it to be thicker or thinner. Be prepared to experiment a little.
- For example: For a single deep Belgian waffle, you'd start with about 1/2 cup of fluid and add 3 to 4 level tablespoons of the dry mix while mixing and add dry mix or fluid until it gets to the thickness you want.
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Mix to combine. The batter is ready when it is suitably pourable. As already noted, you'll be wanting a thick, pourable batter for waffles, with it being a little thinner for pancakes, and very thin for crepes. [2] X Research source
- Cobbler recipes can use this batter. If you mix fresh fruit, sugar, and a thickener (your own recipe) for a fruit cobbler you can use this recipe for the topping. Just use less fluid to make a very thick paste that you can spread with a wet spoon or spatula. You may like to add about twice the sugar to sweeten the final topping.
- If you want to flavor the pancakes, see Tips below for ideas.
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Pour the batter into the hot pan. Tip the pan to help the batter spread evenly, if needed.
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Cook on a hot pan until bubbles pop and stay open. [3] X Research source
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Turn over with a spatula. Cook until golden brown. A little oil, butter, or cooking spray will make it easier to handle. [4] X Research source
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Remove from the stove. Serve immediately. Add toppings such as banana, whipped cream, berries, maple syrup, etc. [5] X Research source Pancakes are often served flat, but you may decide to roll or fold crepes around the toppings.
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Comments
- "Gotta admit, I was a little skeptical when we had a midnight urge for pancakes and no eggs or milk. But we tried this out and it wasn't half bad. Would make again on another hungry night with no milk or eggs." ..." more
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"To tell you the truth I thought that making pancakes without milk would be impossible. But it worked very well, and is great if you just get a craving for pancakes but don't have all the ingredients." ..." more
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"Yes, I did make the Bisquick pancakes without eggs or milk. They were great, especially when you've had a long overnight. Thanks!" ..." more
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"It helped me a lot because at home we didn't have eggs and milk! Thanks wikiHow!"
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QuestionIs water mixed with powdered milk different than non-dairy milk?Community AnswerPowdered milk is different than non-dairy because it still has dairy, but you can use it.
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QuestionHow long does it take to make them?Community AnswerIt will be pretty much the same time frame as a normal pancake although these may need to cook for a few additional seconds on each side.
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QuestionCan I add cinnamon to the batter?Silvy ZachariahCommunity AnswerYes, you can add cinnamon on top of the batter after spreading it on the pan.
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Tips
- A multiple big batch of the dry ingredients can be made and stored in a closed container for later use. All these ingredients sit on the shelf for a long time. In combination, they're the same.Thanks
- Taste test your batter. Since the final pancake will taste like the batter, wet your finger and dab in the powdered mix and taste it. Modify the sugar and salt to get the taste you like - usually slightly sweet with minimal or no specific salt taste.Thanks
- Extra flavorings can be added. Add them while tasting the batter. The taste should be moderately strong because it will thin down as the pancakes fluff up and toppings are added. Here are a few suggestions - cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, brown sugar, maple flavoring, almond flavoring, mashed bananas, strawberries, blueberries, or even Kool-Aid mix (just remember a packet is enough to make a half gallon of flavored fluid so only add enough for what you're using). Be creative!Thanks
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- "Don't over-mix your pancake batter, as it can cause the pancakes to come out hard."
- "Add sprinkles into the batter for a fun and colorful twist!"
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Warnings
- Adding too much sugar or corn syrup (as a flavoring) can cause scorching of the finished product, so be careful to test an initial small batch to determine the balance in the finished cooked product.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Skillet, frying pan, crepe pan, etc.
- Spatula
- Serving plates
References
- ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/egg-free-pancake-recipes
- ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/milk-free-egg-free-pancakes-92647
- ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/milk-free-egg-free-pancakes-92647
- ↑ https://www.mainesnap-ed.org/recipes/favorite-pancakes-without-eggs/
- ↑ https://www.mainesnap-ed.org/recipes/favorite-pancakes-without-eggs/
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To make pancakes without eggs or milk, add 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons each of baking powder and sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk the ingredients together and add enough liquid to get a consistency similar to a very thick gravy. Then, mix the batter again so it’s all the same consistency, pour enough into a pan to form a pancake 4 to 6 inches wide, and cook it until bubbles pop and stay open. Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook until golden brown. Serve immediately. For more tips, including how different liquids can impact your pancakes, read on!
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