1. Can I make carrot cake pancakes gluten-free?

Yes! Use your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour blend in place of regular flour. The rest of the ingredients remain the same, so you’ll get fluffy, delicious pancakes that everyone can enjoy.

2. What toppings go best with carrot cake pancakes?

Classic choices are maple syrup, cream cheese frosting, whipped cream, or honey. You can also add chopped nuts, raisins, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra carrot cake flavor.

3. Can I prepare carrot cake pancake batter the night before?

You can mix the dry ingredients ahead and grate the carrots the night before. For the best rise, wait to combine with wet ingredients and baking powder just before cooking.

4. How do I store and reheat leftover carrot cake pancakes?

Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, or freeze for up to two months. Reheat in the toaster, oven, or microwave until warm and fluffy.

Carrot Cake Pancakes: 5 Steps to Fluffy, Spiced Perfection

Description

Fluffy carrot cake pancakes packed with fresh carrots, cozy spices, and just the right sweetness. These pancakes turn any breakfast into a celebration—perfect for weekends, holidays, or making family mornings extra special!

Ingredients

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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp ground ginger (optional)
2 large eggs
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
2 tbsp melted butter or oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups finely grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/4 cup raisins, 2 tbsp shredded coconut

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter or oil, vanilla, and brown sugar or maple syrup.
Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently until just combined (batter will be lumpy).
Fold in grated carrots and any optional add-ins (nuts, raisins, coconut).
Let batter rest 5 minutes for extra fluffiness.
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease.
Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Serve warm with maple syrup, cream cheese glaze, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

Use finely grated carrots for the best texture, and gently squeeze out extra moisture if your carrots are very wet. Letting the batter rest gives fluffier pancakes. Try cream cheese frosting, Greek yogurt, or chopped nuts as fun toppings!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Griddle
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 pancakes
Calories: 170
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 260mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg