Comments on: Sweet Simplicity: Whole Wheat Vegan Pancakes

By: alisa

alisa — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:41:23 +0000

Hi Denia, thanks for the feedback! The recipe only calls for 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) – did you double the recipe? I’ve tried using less, and 2 teaspoons for the recipe above was okay at higher altitude, but didn’t work well at sea level. However, I’ll definitely use less when back in a drier climate. Thanks for this, good to know that less works for you!

By: Denia

Denia — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:49:52 +0000

I was making these pancakes a second time, and when I got to the baking powder, 2 tablespoons just didn’t feel right. I was sure I’d never used THAT much bp in my life! But I went ahead and followed the recipe. They were plenty fluffy, but they had an aftertaste that had never been there before. So, when I made some this morning, I only used 2 TEASPOONS, and they were great! My suggestion is to use 2 tsp. as a base amount and adjust it to suit to you.

Thanks again, Alisa!

By: Denia

Denia — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 20:07:10 +0000

I love using barley! It’s light and a little sweet. Do try it!

By: alisa

alisa — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 18:12:59 +0000

Looks like you doubled the flour too! I love the addition of barley flour – this isn’t one I have used yet. Thanks for sharing your version Denia. Glad you stopped in!

By: Denia

Denia — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:53:07 +0000

Great recipe, Alisa! So glad to have found your site. I can’t wait to explore it. I tweaked your recipe a little to meet my needs, and it was delicious! Thanks so much!

I’m at a low altitude, so I used more baking powder. I also wanted less sugar and fat. Here’s my version:

1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 cup barley flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 unsweetened applesauce cup (about 1/3 cup)
1 cup vanilla soymilk (add more as needed to thin batter)
Handful of fresh or frozen blueberries

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By: alisa

alisa — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:13:14 +0000

Hi Tamara,

I’m so sorry you are having troubles! Very strange, these have been made by many for over a year, but suddenly a couple of you are having problems. Lets see, here are some troubleshooting suggestions:

It sounds as if your pan may be a bit too hot, as they are browning on the outside before cooking through. You may want to turn it down a bit.

Also, do not flip the pancakes until they are pretty much cooking through. This will be when the edges look cooked (even a little on top) and bubbles break on top of the pancakes and the bubbles remain open. Flip then.

Moisture can vary in different climates. I live in a very dry climate. You can try playing with the amount of liquid to get it right.

Whole wheat pancakes can also be a touch heavier. You can always switch to half white flour / half whole wheat or whole wheat pastry flour for a lighter pancake.

I hope this helps!