Mini bite-sized vegan pancakes, perfect for parties and snacks! Stack them up with fruit or enjoy them just as they are.
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February is almost here which means it’s nearly Pancake Day!
Since I have already perfected my vegan pancake recipe, I decided to create a twist, inspired by ‘Tortillas de Carnaval’.
These are small pancakes which are flavoured with cinnamon and lemon then fried. Traditionally, these are served during The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife on Shrove Tuesday, before the celebrations end on Ash Wednesday.
It seems this has been going on for decades now and these pancakes have become a typical party dish around this time.
These are also inspired by “silver dollar pancakes’ which are essentially smaller sized pancakes too.
So these are the perfect excuse to serve pancakes outside of breakfast. Although, if you do want to serve them for breakfast – go for it!
Perfect little delicious bites for parties and gatherings. Plus, an excuse to add a bit of sunshine and exotic flavour to this cold, grey time of year.
Traditionally, the pancakes are served with some warm honey but I used agave syrup instead.
I also sprinkled on a little powdered sugar and served with lot’s of fruit. Stacking a few of the mini pancakes with some fruit and a cocktail stick is a super fun way to eat them.
📖 Recipe
Vegan Mini Pancakes!
Sweet, mini pancakes inspired by Tortillas de Carnaval. Vegan, dairy-free and eggless recipe.
Ingredients
- 95 g / ¾ cup plain flour
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder, or cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp agave nectar or maple syrup
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 120 ml / ½ cup dairy-free milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil + extra for frying
To serve
- Agave nectar or maple syrup
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- Drizzle a frying with vegetable oil and put on a medium heat.
- Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Stir in the wet ingredients until well combined and the texture is runny but thick.
- Ladle approximately 2 tbsp of the batter onto the dry pan and cook for 10-20 seconds before carefully flipping onto the other side. Cook for another 10-20 seconds.
- Repeat with the rest of the batter. Makes approximately 10 mini pancakes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Yield 10 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 109Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 1mgSodium 56mgCarbohydrates 19gFiber 1gSugar 9gProtein 2g
Mel | avirtualvegan.com says
Yum! I love the cinnamon and lemon flavours, and well, they are pancakes, so I definitely love them too. As they are tiny does that means I can eat extra?!
I’ve never heard of Tortillas de Carnaval but it sounds pretty perfect if lots of pancakes are involved!
Aimee says
it absolutely means you can have extra!
Amanda - Create N Plate says
Wow, these are adorable and look so delicious! I can’t wait to try them!
Aimee says
thanks Amanda! They’re so easy to whip up too, actually considering making some for brunch right now :-)
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says
These are so cute and look delicious! I love mini foods, especially because you can eat much more right? Lol!
Aimee says
Exactly, Sophia! You get it :-)
Dianne's Vegan Kitchen says
These are so cute! Tiny food is always better than full-sized!
Aimee says
I know, right? I love miniature foods (maybe because it makes me feel I can eat more?)
Alisa Fleming says
I’ve never heard of these pancakes, but boy do they look amazing! And I always love the mini factor – easier to make and more fun to eat!
Aimee says
Thanks Alisa! I agree – miniature foods are so much fun