Fluffy Chia Pancakes

I’ve tested a lot of pancake variations over the years, but this one’s the winner. The perfect mix of ingredients to create the fluffiest, most delicious pancakes you’ve ever had, guaranteed to turn out Mamma mia! 🥞✨

What makes them so special? It’s all in the magic combo: chia seeds for texture, whipped egg whites for lift, and a splash of apple cider vinegar to make them extra light and airy.

I love making these on a cosy, slow Sunday… just me and my partner (or friends), chatting over golden milk or a warm coffee, and sharing one pancake after another, stacked high with blueberries, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

I can almost taste them again while typing this...

Serves 8-10

Preparation 15 Minutes

Cooking 10 minutes

• Ingredients

  • 180 g all-purpose flour

  • 2 eggs, separated

  • 200 ml plant-based milk (Almond, Coconut or Oat)

  • 2 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 4 tbsp honey

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt

  • Zest of 2 lemons

  • 3-5 tbsp chia seeds

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil, plus more for the pan

  Check alternatives in the tips section.

• Method

  1. Dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

  2. Separate the egg yolks from the whites, keeping the egg whites in the fridge until later.

  3. Wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the egg yolk, milk, honey, and coconut oil until well combined. Add the apple cider vinegar after mixing the wet ingredients, so it starts reacting just before cooking.

  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

  5. Whip the chilled egg whites until stiff peaks form.

  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter, then stir in the chia seeds (don’t over-mix).

  7. Heat a pan over medium heat and add coconut oil. Add 2 tbsp of the batter into the pan.

  8. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown underneath. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.

  9. Serve with whatever makes your heart jump! I love mine with fresh blueberries and a spoonful of almond butter. ✨

• Tips

  Alternatives for:

  • Milk: You can also use cow milk if you prefer ;)

  • Coconut oil: Melted butter

  • Honey: Date syrup, Agave syrup, Maple syrup, 1 mashed ripe banana

  • Cinnamon: Cardamom, Vanilla extract

  Good-to-know:

  • Adding the apple cider vinegar makes the pancakes even fluffier and lighter.

  • Adding the bicarbonate soda makes the batter light and airy.

  • When to flip the pancakes? When bubbles form in the batter and begin to pop, and it’s golden brown underneath.