Flip Or flop
Growing up, my mom made the best pancakes, and it wasn’t until I became a mom myself, that I finally mastered the art of the perfect pancake! I’ve tried several simple recipes that have seemed too good to be true—and they were. One after another attempt was quite literally—a flop.
The other morning was a bit of a momentous occasion as Dusty, Max and I flipped over my successfully delicious new creation! Since finding a tasty, whole food, gluten-free, baby and hubby-approved pancake recipe, I decided to take it to the next level for the holidays. Big thank you to plant-based brand, So Delicious Dairy Free, for sponsoring this post!
Next Level
Eggnog was always one of my favorite holiday treats to sip on, but it never made me feel all that great. Eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream are among the worst offenders that can contribute to what I like to call…a massive food hangover! Since going vegan 5 years ago, I haven’t missed dairy one bit, but I did miss getting to enjoy classic, festive foods with family and friends.
Rather than bowing out of holiday parties and saying no thank you, I like to make, bake, and take my goods with me wherever I go, to share the wealth! So Delicious Dairy Free products have made it easy for us to enjoy plant-based versions of our favorite snacks without having to compromise on taste—everything from yogurt, to milk, to epic seasonal treats!
when you promise the hubs first bite…
Healthy Holiday Nog Pancakes
Make your breakfast merry & bright with this healthy, holly jolly pancake recipe, blended with vegan So Delicious Holiday Nog, for some extra festive flair! Enjoy these maple-infused pancakes plain, or topped with your favorite fruit, nuts, seeds, syrup, and whip!
dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, kid & baby-friendly, & oh-so-festive!
makes: 5 pancakes // time: 10 min
ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup So Delicious Holiday Nog
or other plant-based milk
1 ripe banana
1 tsp vanilla bean powder or extract
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
top w/ So Delicious Cocowhip (optional)
steps:
Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Batter should begin binding and thickening.
Place non-stick pan on stovetop and allow to warm over medium heat for a minute or two. Making sure the pan is completely heated before pouring batter is key!
Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto pan and allow to cook for about 1 minute and flip for another minute. (Should make about 5 pancakes). A good indicator that your pancake is ready to flip is when it begins to bubble.
Top pancakes with So Delicious Cocowhip, pomegranate, mixed berries, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and/or maple syrup! I used a blend of thawed frozen raspberries with a touch of maple syrup blended up!
notes:
Try adding a drop of food grade peppermint essential oil for a candy cane twist!
You can also use almond milk, soy milk, or any other plant milk OR try adding pumped breast milk if making for your baby! (break pancakes into small pieces if going this route).
Other seasonal Favorites
Spread Good Cheer
I get asked a lot about how to be vegan with family and friends, and my number one piece of advice is to share the wealth. Make, bake, or take something delicious with you this holiday season and spread good cheer!
And when things don’t go according to plan, just remember that every great Christmas movie is great because of plans that didn’t go accordingly—Home Alone, Christmas Vacation, It’s a Wonderful Life—every great story that we look back on and laugh about or cherish, has a unique twist that sets it apart in our hearts. Enjoy all of the ups, the downs, and the in-betweens the Christmastime and always!
