Best 6 Alton Browns Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipes

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Kickstart your mornings with a delightful symphony of flavors using Alton Brown's Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes recipe. These pancakes, a symphony of texture and taste, promise to elevate your breakfast experience. Unlike traditional pancake recipes, Alton Brown's creation incorporates the goodness of nutty and nutritious whole wheat flour, resulting in a tempting golden-brown exterior and a light, fluffy interior that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the step-by-step process of creating these delectable whole wheat pancakes, ensuring a perfect start to your day.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ALTON BROWN'S FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES



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I've tried many whole wheat pancake recipes. Some were good, some not so good but I never had one make me say, "Wow! A truly fluffy whole wheat pancake!" until this one. Posting it here so I don't lose it! We love to eat these for dinner with some turkey sausage. Very filling!

Provided by MaMas Apprentice

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 12 4-in pancakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups whole wheat flour (I used whole wheat pastry flour.)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups buttermilk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (I used about 2 T. to cut down on fat.)

Steps:

  • Mix together all the dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients. (I just melted the butter slightly before adding it in with the eggs and buttermilk.).
  • Add the wet stuff to the dry stuff and mix just until batter comes together. Do NOT mix smooth. Set aside batter to rest for 5 minutes.
  • * Heat an electric griddle to 350 degrees or place a nonstick frying pan over medium-low heat.
  • *Test the griddle by flicking water on it. If the water dances across the surface, you're good to go.
  • * Rub down the griddle with a little butter or spray with nonstick spray.
  • Ladle 1 scoop of batter onto the griddle. (Batter will be thick! Just spread it out with the bottom of your ladle or the back of a spoon.) Cook until bubbles form in the batter and bottom is golden, approximately three minutes. Flip and cook until the second side is golden, another a minute or so. Adjust the heat as necessary as you go along. Serve while hot!

WHOLE-WHEAT PANCAKES WITH NUTTY TOPPING



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 24m

Yield 4 servings, serving size: 3 pancakes and 1/4 cup topping

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup hulled (green) pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (preferably unhulled)
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup real maple syrup, plus more for serving
Pinch salt
1 medium apple, such as Golden Delicious, cored and diced (about 2 cups)
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup 1 percent lowfat buttermilk
3/4 cup lowfat milk
2 teaspoons honey
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Make the topping: In a large skillet, toast the almonds and pumpkin seeds over medium-high heat, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the sunflower seeds and cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Add the sesame seeds to the pan. Cover and cook, shaking the pan, until the seeds are toasted, about 30 seconds more. Transfer the toasted nuts and seeds to a medium sized bowl. Add the wheat germ. Stir in the syrup and a pinch of salt and set aside.
  • Make the pancakes: Put the apple in a microwave-proof bowl, tightly cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high until softened, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the flours, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, 1/2 cup of the milk and honey. Slowly whisk the egg mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. If the batter seems too thick, add as much of the remaining 1/4 cup milk as necessary.
  • Spray a large non-stick griddle with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Spoon about 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the pan and top each pancake with a heaping tablespoon of the cooked apple. Flip when the pancake tops are covered with bubbles and the edges look cooked, about 2 minutes. Cook until the pancakes are golden brown and cooked through, an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately or transfer the cooked pancakes to an ovenproof dish and keep warm in a preheated 250 degree F oven while making the rest. To serve, arrange 3 pancakes per plate and sprinkle each serving with 1/4 cup of the topping. Serve with additional maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 98 milligrams, Sodium 610 milligrams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 20 grams

"INSTANT" PANCAKE MIX



Keep Alton Brown's "Instant" Pancake Mix in the cupboard and just add eggs, buttermilk and butter for easy pancakes any day of the week, from Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Yield 3 batches of pancakes (12 pancakes)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda (check expiration date first)
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 eggs, separated
2 cups buttermilk
4 tablespoons melted butter
2 cups "Instant" Pancake Mix, recipe above
1 stick butter, for greasing the pan
2 cups fresh fruit such as blueberries, if desired

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a lidded container. Shake to mix.
  • Use the mix within 3 months.
  • Heat an electric griddle or frying pan to 350 degrees F. Heat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the egg whites and the buttermilk in a small bowl. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the melted butter.
  • Combine the buttermilk mixture with the egg yolk mixture in a large mixing bowl and whisk together until thoroughly combined. Pour the liquid ingredients on top of the pancake mix. Using a whisk, mix the batter just enough to bring it together. Don't try to work all the lumps out.
  • Check to see that the griddle is hot by placing a few drops of water onto to the griddle. The griddle is ready if the water dances across the surface.
  • Lightly butter the griddle. Wipe off thoroughly with a paper towel. (No butter should be visible.)
  • Gently ladle the pancake batter onto the griddle and sprinkle on fruit if desired. When bubbles begin to set around the edges of the pancake and the griddle-side of the cake is golden, gently flip the pancakes. Continue to cook 2 to 3 minutes or until the pancake is set.
  • Serve immediately or remove to a towel-lined baking sheet and cover with a towel. Hold in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes.

FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES



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These are the best pancakes I've had in my life. They are super fluffy and you can't tell that they are whole wheat.

Provided by eli1665

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes     Whole Grain Pancake Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup whole wheat flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 cup milk
¼ cup plain kefir
1 egg
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil

Steps:

  • Whisk whole wheat flour and baking powder together in a bowl. Whisk in milk gradually until batter is smooth. Add kefir, egg, and oil; mix for 1 minute.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-high heat. Drop 1/4 cup onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until lightly browned on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 233.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES



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Even Using 100% whole wheat flour these are light and Delicious. You won't miss using All Purpose flour, I promise! Detail, details: Benefits: 30% Lower glycemic load, 25% more protein, 40% less inflammation factor rating, 500% more Fiber! http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/cereal-grains-and-pasta/5744/2 http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/cereal-grains-and-pasta/5745/2 Topping found here: http://www.food.com/recipe.do?rid=rz.314472 - You can use soy milk if you like. - Unless you are Vegan don't skip on the Egg (yolk), it's a chemical thing. - If you cut the recipe in half, still use one egg. - It may seem tempting to not add the oil either, but again - unless it's a health thing, you can chemical reactions. You also don't have to use oil/spray on the griddle if it's non-stick this way. - Try substituting some Whole-Grain Corn meal for flour and removing vanilla for corn cakes! - I also add salt & Garlic (remove vanilla) to make dinner cakes!

Provided by BekaWild

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 16 pancakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour (I use Gold Metal )
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon honey (or sugar if you like)
3/4 cup skim milk
1/2 cup water
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift DRY ingredients: Flour, Powder, & Salt into bowl. Use the whisk to push it through the Sieve.
  • Make a well (hole) in the middle of the dry ingredients.
  • Pour all the WET ingredients: Honey, Milk, Egg, Oil, & Vanilla into that well.
  • DO NOT OVER MIX - it should only take about 20-30 strokes. Here's how:.
  • Beat only the WET ingredients for a few strokes.
  • Gradually add in the DRY ingredients, pulling just the edges into the center well.
  • Keep doing this until all the DRY is incorporated into the WET and you have a batter.
  • KEY: Let the batter sit for at LEAST 10min, 15 is better.
  • Heat griddle to 350F - On a normal stove this is MEDIUM heat. If you have a knob with numbers 1-10, Medium is about #4.
  • When you know griddle is hot, and batter has sat long enough ladle batter onto the hot surface.
  • I suggest doing only 1 at first to see how much it spreads. No one likes Butt-Cheek Cakes ;).
  • Let the cake cook for about 1-2min (it's fast, I know!).
  • When the edges have solidified and there is less steam escaping it is ready to flip.
  • Pancakes WILL TELL YOU when they are ready to be flipped. If it doesn't release on its own - it's not ready.
  • Once flipped it should only cook about 1 more min - but 2 is fine.
  • Place cooked cakes on damp paper/dish towel in a warm oven, covered.
  • Repeat for the rest of the cakes.
  • If setting a 2min timer works for you, do that - so shame is playing it safe ;).
  • Pair with Strawberry Balsalmic Topping ! http://www.food.com/recipe/strawberry-balsamic-topping-sweet-savory-475098.

FLUFFY PANCAKES



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Tall and fluffy. These pancakes are just right. Topped with strawberries and whipped cream, they are impossible to resist.

Provided by kris

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup milk
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine milk with vinegar in a medium bowl and set aside for 5 minutes to "sour".
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk egg and butter into "soured" milk. Pour the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and whisk until lumps are gone.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Pour 1/4 cupfuls of batter onto the skillet, and cook until bubbles appear on the surface. Flip with a spatula, and cook until browned on the other side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 649.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh and active for a light and fluffy pancake.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough pancakes.
  • Let the batter rest for at least 5 minutes before cooking to allow the gluten to relax, resulting in a more tender pancake.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Alton Brown's Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The pancakes are light and fluffy, with a slightly nutty flavor from the whole wheat flour. They are also packed with protein and fiber, making them a filling and satisfying meal. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weekday breakfast or a special weekend brunch, these pancakes are sure to please.

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