Orange Blossom Pancakes

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The orange blossom water in these fiber and nutrient-rich pancakes is made by distilling fresh bitter-orange blossoms for their essential oil. It adds a citrusy, floral flavor to baked goods, salad dressings, beverages and other treats, like this bright and satisfying breakfast.

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Orange Blossom Pancakes

Orange Blossom Pancakes

Orange Blossom Pancakes
Yield: 18 (3-inch pancakes)
Author: Malina Malkani
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 20 Min
The orange blossom water in these fiber and nutrient-rich pancakes is made by distilling fresh bitter-orange blossoms for their essential oil. It adds a citrusy, floral flavor to baked goods, salad dressings, beverages and other treats, like this bright and satisfying breakfast. This recipe contains affiliate links, meaning that if you choose to purchase a product through a link, I will receive a small commission - but this in no way impacts the amount you pay. Affiliate links are marked with an asterisk (*).

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole oats
  • 1/2 ground flax seeds
  • 1/2 spelt flour*
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 soy milk (cow’s or any other plant-based milk is also fine)
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons butter, avocado oil or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except butter and orange zest into the pitcher of a high-speed blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter (or heat the oil of your choice.
  4. Reduce heat to low once butter is melted and spoon batter into the skillet so that it spreads into 3-inch wide pancakes. Cook for about 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned. Add more butter or oil between batches as needed.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with orange slices.

Notes

  • Mom hack: make a double batch and freeze the extra in a freezer-safe container for busy mornings. Keeps in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

55

Fat

3

Sat. Fat

2

Carbs

4

Fiber

0

Net carbs

4

Sugar

1

Protein

2

Sodium

45

Cholesterol

55
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