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Beetroot Pink Pancakes

Deliciously Fluffy Beetroot Pink Pancakes for a Fun Breakfast

Enjoy vibrant beetroot pink pancakes for a fun breakfast that’s gluten-free friendly and kid-approved.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour Use gluten-free for dietary-friendly option.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar Can reduce or substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 large Egg For egg-free, use flaxseed or applesauce.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with regular milk plus vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Can substitute with other extracts.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted butter Or substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Beetroot powder Adjust for desired pink color intensity.
Serving Suggestions
  • Powdered sugar For dusting.
  • Fresh fruit Berries or banana slices.
  • Syrup Maple syrup for drizzling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • measuring cup

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Combine the mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently. Fold in beetroot powder to achieve desired hue.
  4. Prepare the cooking surface: Preheat a skillet over low to medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
  5. Cook the pancakes: Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to pour batter onto the skillet. Cook until small bubbles form, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Flip and finish cooking: Carefully flip pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until just browned.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Stack pancakes on a plate, dust with powdered sugar, and top with fresh fruit or syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Cook on low to medium heat to ensure even cooking versus burning.

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