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Matcha Mochi Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup

Matcha Mochi Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup Bliss

Delight in unique Matcha Mochi Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup, a gluten-free breakfast twist that elevates your morning routine.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour (Mochiko) Essential for chewiness
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder Provides flavor and color
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps pancakes rise
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Balances matcha's bitterness
  • 1 Egg Binds ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk (Dairy or Non-Dairy) Adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Optional) Enhances flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances taste
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Oil (for cooking) For crispy edges
For the Strawberry Syrup
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Strawberries Main ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar or Honey Sweetens the syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens flavor
  • 1/2 cup Water For syrup consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine fresh or frozen strawberries, sugar (or honey), lemon juice, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, matcha powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat together egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just blended.
  4. Preheat and grease a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  5. Stack pancakes, drizzle with strawberry syrup, and garnish with whipped cream or fresh fruit as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on a skillet for best texture.

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