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The BEST Fluffy Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes are just 7 ingredients and 1 bowl. They are oil-free, soft, fluffy and made with no eggs and are dairy-free! 

Stack of vegan fluffy pancakes with syrup pouring on top

FLUFFY VEGAN WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES

Nothing says comfort food quite like a tall stack of vegan fluffy pancakes with syrup drizzled all over them! In other words, I’m talking about these vegan whole wheat pancakes that are both whole grain and healthy. I’m no rookie when it comes to amazing vegan fluffy pancake recipes. I consider it one of my specialties, as I require pancakes to be fluffy and soft. No dense or mushy pancakes, please!

If you prefer simple vegan pancakes, with regular all-purpose flour, try my Best Ever Vegan Pancakes!

Stack of vegan fluffy pancakes on white plate with fork

INGREDIENTS NEEDED

(Full recipe details on recipe card below.)

  • Whole wheat pastry flour: This is the exact flour that makes these healthy vegan whole wheat pancakes soft and so tender and fluffy. It also makes them a bit healthier than using regular white all-purpose flour. Wheat pastry flour also has a bit less gluten in it than regular flour, resulting in a more tender bite.
  • Potato starch: This is the secret to these fluffy vegan pancakes. It replaces eggs and makes these so fluffy and cooked through on the inside! Nobody wants a mushy, raw pancake on the inside, which is what most vegan pancake recipes are. This is a secret I’ve been using years for my pancake recipes. It cannot be replaced or omitted. Another starch will not perform the same.
  • Baking powder
  • Canned “lite” coconut milk: This is another secret to these pancakes. Since these are oil-free pancakes, the coconut milk replaces it, while keeping them moist and making them fluffy. It leaves no coconut taste at all. Another milk will not perform the same here, especially since these are oil-free, it is rather important. Other milks will yield flatter, more dense pancakes.
  • Vanilla extract
  • Pure maple syrup
  • Apple cider vinegar: This vinegar reacts with the baking powder, resulting in fluffy pancakes.

Overhead view of a plate of vegan fluffy pancakes and coffee

HOW TO MAKE FLUFFY VEGAN WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES

Step 1: To a large bowl, add the dry ingredients and whisk very well.

Step 2: Pour in the milk, syrup, vanilla and vinegar. With a spoon, gently stir the ingredients in a folding motion from the bottom. You just want to mix just until all the flour is incorporated. Don’t overmix.
Step 3: This is an important tip. For perfectly fluffy and cooked through pancakes, let the batter to sit for 15 minutes. At the same time, turn on your pan to medium-low, closer to low. Your pan must heat up at the same time your batter sits. This will ensure your pancakes are all fluffy and cooked through well. You will see how much your batter poofs up after the 15 minutes.

Step 4: Cook each pancake 3-4 minutes on the first side. You will know when it’s time to flip when the top starts to look dry and the edges are firm. Flip over and cook another minute. Repeat.

Stack of vegan fluffy pancakes with syrup drizzling down the sides

TIPS FOR VARIATIONS

  • We love to serve these pancakes as is with just maple syrup drizzled on top. They are truly perfect that way! But sometimes my daughter likes chocolate chip pancakes. Add them for a fun treat and variation.
  • If you would like a spiced pancake, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin spice for variety!

Closeup view of inside shot of fluffy vegan pancakes

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If you make this recipe, be sure to leave feedback below and share your pic on Instagram or Facebook and tag me @thevegan8 #thevegan8!

closeup of tall stack of vegan fluffy pancakes showing inside

Fluffy Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes

Brandi Doming
The BEST Fluffy Vegan Whole Wheat Pancakes are just 7 ingredients and 1 bowl. They are oil-free, soft, fluffy and made with no eggs and are dairy-free! 
5 from 18 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, Vegan
Servings 7 large pancakes (using 1/3 cup each batter)
Calories 171.5 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (200g) whole wheat pastry flour (can also use regular all-purpose)
  • 3 tablespoons (30g) potato starch, patted down well
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups (300g) "lite" canned coconut milk, room temp and shaken well first (don't recommend other milks, see post above)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons (50g) pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tablespoon (7g) apple cider vinegar
  • Optional add-ins: We eat these plain and love them but I also add chocolate chips sometimes for my daughter. For cinnamon, add 1 teaspoon.

NOTE

  • Always use a scale for accuracy when baking or measuring flours, following MY gram weights listed. You never need cups, just the scale and bowl.
  • I use this scale.
  • I use this pancake griddle, it's amazing and never sticks, no spray needed!

Instructions
 

  • Make sure your liquids are at room temperature, as cold will make your pancakes less fluffy.
  • To a large bowl, add the flour, potato starch, baking powder and salt and whisk very well.
  • Pour in the milk, syrup, vanilla and vinegar. With a spoon, gently stir the ingredients in a folding motion from the bottom. You just want to mix just until all the flour is incorporated. Don't overmix or the pancakes will be more tough because of them being wheat.
  • Very important for fluffy and cooked through pancakes, leave the batter to sit for 15 minutes. At the same time, turn on your pan to medium-low, closer to low. Your pan must heat up at the same time your batter sits. This will ensure your pancakes are all fluffy and cooked through well. You will notice how much your batter poofs up after the 15 minutes.
  • Lightly spray the pan (unless using a high quality nonstick pan like I linked above) and pour a 1/3 cup of batter onto the pan, it should be fairly thick, but smooth. Just slightly smooth the top, but don't overspread out the batter, or your pancakes will be more thin. Cook the first side until the top is forming a dry look, the edges are looking dry and firm and some bubbles are on top. You can peak underneath to make sure they aren't browning too quickly. If they are, slightly reduce the heat. Flip over and cook another minute. Repeat.

Notes

FLAVOR VARIATIONS: We love to serve these pancakes as is with just maple syrup drizzled on top. They are truly perfect that way! But sometimes my daughter likes chocolate chip pancakes. Add them for a fun treat and variation.
If you would like a spiced pancake, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin spice for variety!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 171.5kcalCarbohydrates: 30.4gProtein: 3.8gFat: 2.8gSodium: 351.4mgFiber: 3.8gSugar: 5.6g
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  1. Beth

    November 22, 2020 at 7:44 pm

    5 stars
    So fluffy, delicious and easy!! Yay! Love this recipe. ❤️

    Reply
  2. Judy

    February 3, 2021 at 2:50 am

    I have a glass cooktop. What would be a good griddle for that if any? Or a good electric griddle suggestion.

    Thank you,
    Judy

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      March 4, 2021 at 8:07 am

      Hi Judy I’m so sorry I missed this! My pancake griddle is linked above in the recipe card or can be found on my SHOP tab!

      Reply
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