Vegan Applesauce Pancakes Recipe - Elephantastic Vegan (2024)

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There’s nothing better than a stack of fluffy pancakes on weekends! These vegan applesauce pancakes are quick & easy to make. No eggs and no bananas!

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You know I love pancakes. And I know you do too because pancakes are always among my most popular recipes on the blog! :)

Usually, I use a mashed very ripe banana (instead of eggs) in my pancake batter, but I know there are people who don’t like bananas, so I wanted to create a banana-free pancake recipe using apple sauce!

They turned out great! They are just as fluffy as my other pancakes and I love the applesauce + cinnamon combo!

I’ve topped the pancakes with warm, stewed apples, which makes it the perfect breakfast for cold or rainy days! Plus, the whole kitchen will smell like apple pie.

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How to make Vegan Applesauce Pancakes

The ingredients

You will need:

  • flour – I am using all-purpose wheat flour.
  • cinnamon powder
  • baking powder
  • applesauce – I am using store-bought applesauce without added sugar.
  • plant-based milk – I am using oat milk but you can also use rice, soy, almond, whatever milk you have at home.
  • maple syrup (for drizzling on top)
  • baking spray or oil (for the pan; optional)

The basic steps

Making these vegan Applesauce Pancakes is actually really easy.

Here are the basic steps:

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You can get creative with toppings and add-ins! Fruits, chocolate, coconut flakes, cocoa nibs are just a few ideas.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Pancakes

What can I do if my pancakes are raw inside?

If your pancakes are golden brown on the outside but not cooked all the way through, reduce the heat! That way they have more time to cook properly.

What can I do if my pancakes aren’t fluffy?

Add more baking powder! This will make them fluffier. Applesauce + baking powder = are a good recipe for fluffiness! :)

My pancake batter is spreading too much/not enough?!

No worries, you can easily adjust the batter! If the batter is spreading too much in the pan, whisk more flour into the batter. If your pancake batter isn’t spreading enough, add a bit more plant-based milk!

Are vegan pancakes healthy?

These pancakes are made completely without white sugar. They are sweetened only with applesauce and maple syrup. So I consider these pancakes to be a much healthier alternative to traditional pancakes. Also, they don’t contain any animal products! And there’s only minimal oil (only for the pan). If you want to make these pancakes even healthier, you can use a mix of speltand wheat flour or use whole wheat flour.

How to make pancakes without eggs and dairy?

Pancakes without eggs and dairy? Easy! And you don’t even need any weird egg replacement powders. For these pancakes, I’ve used applesauce instead of eggs and a bit more baking powder than usual. This results in the fluffiest pancakes ever! And they hold together perfectly. As for the dairy, I’ve simply used plant-based milk (in this case oat milk but you can use any you want!).

More delicious vegan Pancake Recipes

  • Banana Bread Pancakes with chocolate chunks
  • Plantain Pancakes
  • Chunky Monkey Pancakes
  • Apple Pie Pancakes
  • or check out ALL my pancake recipes

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Vegan Applesauce Pancakes

Bianca Haun | Elephantastic Vegan

There's nothing better than a stack of fluffy pancakes on weekends! These vegan applesauce pancakes are quick & easy to make. No eggs and no bananas!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American, Vegan

Servings 2 stacks à ~3 pancakes

Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients for the pancakes

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk e.g. oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil for the pan

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon powder, and baking powder. Whisk.

  • Add in the applesauce and plant-based milk. Whisk until incorporated. Let the batter sit for a few minutes.

  • Spray a flat pan or griddle with oil and heat it up to medium to low heat. Add an ice cream scoop full or a small ladle of pancake batter*. Let it cook until the middle becomes bubbly and the corners set, then flip with a spatula. Let it cook on the other side until done. Repeat for all the pancakes. You should be able to get about 6 pancakes out of the batter.

  • Stack the pancakes, top them with stewed apples; or with more applesauce, cinnamon powder, and maple syrup.

Notes

*If the batter spreads too much in the pan, whisk a bit more flour into the batter. If it doesn’t spread enough, add a bit more plant-based milk.

Tips for making the perfect vegan pancakes:

  • Flip the pancakes when you see small bubbles in the center.
  • If your pancakes are golden brown on the outside but not cooked all the way through, reduce the heat!
  • Not fluffy enough? Add more baking powder.
  • If your pancakes stick to the pan, make sure you use a non-stick pan or griddle and to spray the pan with oil before adding the batter.

Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 28mgPotassium: 415mgFiber: 3gSugar: 11gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 3mg

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FAQs

Can you substitute mayonnaise for eggs in pancakes? ›

Mayonnaise. If you have a jar of mayo in the fridge, you can use 3 tablespoons in place of one egg. "Mayonnaise has been used as an egg substitute because of its moistening properties and is best suited for cakes with strong flavors, like spice cakes and chocolate cakes," Tutunjian says.

Can I use applesauce instead of eggs in pancakes? ›

1/4 cup mashed banana or applesauce can be substituted for each egg in a pancake recipe.

Is Aunt Jemima complete vegan? ›

2. Aunt Jemima & Bisquick. Most Aunt Jemima's mixes call for a heavy amount of dairy and eggs. However, it does have two accidental vegan mixes called the Original Pancake and the Whole Wheat Pancake Mix.

What can I substitute for eggs in pancake mix? ›

Mashed fruit as an egg substitute works best in moist and dense recipes such as brownies, muffins, quick breads, pancakes, and waffles.
  1. Banana: 1/4 to 1/2 cup mashed or pureed.
  2. Unsweetened applesauce: 1/4 cup.
  3. Avocado: 1/4 cup.
  4. Pumpkin puree: 1/4 cup.
  5. Rehydrated and pureed prunes, raisins, soaked dates: 1/4 cup.
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How much mayo to replace 1 egg? ›

Mayonnaise. Eggs are a key ingredient in mayonnaise, so it makes sense that it can be a perfect substitute when you're out of eggs. Use 3 tablespoons of mayo as an egg substitute.

How much mayonnaise equals 2 eggs? ›

Replacing Eggs

Luckily, mayo makes an excellent egg substitute. The egg yolks in mayo provide the same binding, leavening, and moisture that eggs do in baking. As a general rule, you can replace one whole egg with 1/4 cup of mayonnaise. So if a recipe calls for two eggs, use 1/2 cup mayo.

What does replacing eggs with applesauce do? ›

Use applesauce to add moisture. Replace one egg with 1/4 cup of applesauce in sweet desserts. If you want a lighter texture, add an extra 1/2 teaspoonful of baking powder, as fruit purées tend to make the final product denser than the original recipe.

How much applesauce to substitute for egg? ›

Using 1/4 cup (about 65 grams (g)) of applesauce can replace an egg in most recipes. It's best to use unsweetened applesauce. If you're using a sweetened variety, you should reduce the amount of sugar or sweetener in the recipe itself.

How much applesauce equals one egg in pancakes? ›

Applesauce.

Fruit purees are a well-known substitute for eggs and for oil in recipes since they add moisture and a bit of binding. Use ¼ cup applesauce to replace 1 egg in pancakes.

What is the best vegan pancake mix? ›

For some serious breakfast inspo, check out our list of the best vegan pancake and waffle mixes!
  • Zen Stax Gourmet Pancake Batter. ...
  • Ghetto Gastro Pancake & Waffle Mix. ...
  • Long Table Pancake + Waffle Mix. ...
  • Bake Me Healthy Oatmeal Pancake & Waffle Mix. ...
  • Vicky Cakes Pancake & Waffle Mix. ...
  • Partake Pancake & Waffle Mix.

Are Krusteaz pancakes vegan? ›

This product contains 1 ingredient that is not vegan and 6 ingredients that may not be vegan. Which diet do you follow?

What is secretly not vegan? ›

Beer and Wine. Isinglass, a gelatin-based substance derived from fish, is used as a clarifying agent in some beer and wine. Other non-vegan ingredients sometimes used are casein (from milk) and egg whites.

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of eggs? ›

Yogurt. For this egg substitute, use 1/4 cup per egg. If you need to avoid dairy, you can use thick Greek-style plant-based yogurts. Most other non-dairy yogurts might be too thin to substitute for eggs in baking, so keep this in mind.

What makes pancakes fluffier? ›

5 Tips for Fluffier Pancakes
  1. Allow the Batter to Rest. A good rule of thumb when you're wondering how to make fluffy pancakes is to let the batter rest. ...
  2. Beat the Egg Whites. Separate your yolk from the egg white then beat to create a fluffy pancake. ...
  3. Don't Over Mix! ...
  4. Wait for the Bubbles. ...
  5. Follow a Good Recipe.
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What can I use instead of 1 egg? ›

Egg replacers
  • Vinegar & baking soda. Replace 1 egg with: 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon vinegar. ...
  • Unsweetened applesauce. Replace 1 egg with: 1/4 cup applesauce. ...
  • Plain or vanilla soy yogurt. Replace 1 egg with: 1/4 cup yogurt. ...
  • Silken tofu. ...
  • Ripe banana. ...
  • Ground flaxseed.

Can I replace an egg with mayo? ›

So, next time you wanna bake something bu are out of eggs, remember the mayo tip or just try substituting to add a little yummy kick! One heaping tablespoon equals one egg.

Can I use mayonnaise instead of eggs as a binder? ›

Its components make it a perfectly suitable substitute for oil, its thick and creamy constitution is similar to that of softened butter, and since it already has eggs in it, mayonnaise exhibits some of the binding power of eggs when cooked.

How much of mayo is egg? ›

A typical formulation for commercially made mayonnaise (not low fat) can contain as much as 80% vegetable oil, typically soybean, rapeseed, sunflower, or corn oil, depending on region of production, but, in specialty products, sometimes olive or avocado oil. Water makes up about 7% to 8% and egg yolks about 6%.

Can you use mayo instead of egg wash? ›

There are more than a few reasons why mayo makes sense as a substitute for egg wash. Since they both share the same main ingredient (eggs), they function in very similar ways. Much like egg wash acts as a binding agent to help seasonings and breadcrumbs stick to meat, creamy mayonnaise also manages to do the same.

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