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Heart Healthy Pancake Mix Recipe

Updated: Jul 19, 2022 · Published: Jul 2, 2020 by Laura Yautz · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Boxed pancake mixes are not known for being healthy, so I set out to change all that! Full of delicious, wholesome ingredients, this Heart Healthy Pancake Mix recipe deserves a spot in your pantry. It's simple to make, and uses only 4 basic ingredients you surely have in your cupboard. Healthy pancakes are a breeze to make from it, too!

Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries and white flowers on top. A small bouquet of wildflowers is visible in the background.

Are pancakes heart healthy?

Okay, no, not really. Traditional pancakes are made with refined white flour and sugar at the base. Then we add milk and eggs - not totally horrible - cook them on a griddle in butter, and then slather them in more butter and syrup. Even if the syrup is natural maple syrup, it's still a simple sugar, and adds a ton of calories we don't need. After all, who adds just a tablespoon or two of syrup? I know I don't! Traditional pancakes are mostly refined carbohydrates with a little saturated fat thrown in, and none of that is doing your heart any favors.

This healthy pancake mix recipe, on the other hand, makes the most delicious and fluffy heart healthy pancakes without all that stuff! We start with whole wheat flour, and add a handful of other pantry ingredients for a super easy mix that is shelf stable and ready to go when you want to make pancakes. When it's time, we add some ground flax or chia seeds to hold the pancakes together (instead of an egg), along with other pancake ingredients you'll recognize: almond milk (you could use soy or another milk you like), olive oil, vanilla, and a tiny bit of sweetener IF you need it.

So now our pancakes are a good source of fiber, calcium, magnesium, and heart healthy fats; mainly monounsaturated fat, with a good amount of protein to boot! Also notably, is what they lack - tons of saturated fat, added sugars, cholesterol, and refined carbohydrates!

Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup being poured over. Glass jar that reads 'healthy heart pancake mix' is visible in the background.

Healthy Pancake Toppings

If we're going to the effort to make heart healthy pancakes, we ought to make sure we don't undo it with unhealthy toppings! Butter and syrup may be traditional, but they're anything but heart healthy. High in saturated fat and sugar - even the most "natural" of brands! Here are some great healthy pancake toppings:

  • Berries smashed until they are juicy and "syrupy"
  • Grilled stone fruits, like peaches, nectarines, and apricots (sprinkle with ginger or cinnamon for something different)
  • Applesauce - plain or blended with other fruits
  • Sugar Free Strawberry Jam or Blueberry thyme chia jam
  • Peanut butter (or another nut butter) and (100% fruit) jelly
  • Peanut butter sweet potato spread
  • Fruit cocktail (canned in 100% juice) with a cinnamon sprinkle
  • Plain yogurt topped with fruit of your choice and a little honey if needed
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup poured over. A fork with cut pieces of pancakes on it lies in front of the stack. Glass jar of heart healthy pancake mix is visible in the background with a bouquet of flowers.

FAQs and Substitutions

How to make buttermilk pancakes

Stir one tablespoon of lemon juice into the almond milk - or whatever milk you're using - and let for a few minutes before adding it to the rest of the ingredients.

Can I use a gluten free flour for this pancake mix?

Yes! Use the same amount of gluten free flour as the recipe calls for. Your pancakes may be denser than pictured, but will be delicious just the same!

Substitute applesauce for oil

To do this, use unsweetened applesauce, and use the same amount of it as you would oil, and follow the recipe otherwise. This will result in an even lower fat pancake!

How to add fruit to the pancake batter

To make fruit filled pancakes, add 1 cup of fruit to the batter as written. If the fruit is large, chop it up first. If the fruit is frozen, no need to thaw it. It will thaw during cooking. Berries are great for this!

Can I freeze pancakes?

Yes! Allow the cooked pancakes to cool completely, then wrap them individually in plastic wrap or put them in a zipper bag. They can be frozen for about 3-6 months.
When you want to eat them, place the frozen pancakes in a single layer on a sheet pan, cover with foil, and bake in a 350 degree oven for about 10-15 minutes, until they're heated all the way through.

Can you reheat pancakes?

Yes! There are few ways you can reheat leftover pancakes:
In the microwave - I recommend this method the least, because they tend to get a bit rubbery. Heat the pancakes in the microwave just long enough for them to be warm - about 10-15 seconds per pancake.
In the toaster - Be careful with this method, since the pancakes can burn quickly. If you have gluten free pancakes, you may also want to avoid this method, since they may not hold together as well, and might fall apart in your toaster! A toaster oven would work great though.
In the oven - The best method in my opinion! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and heat the leftover pancakes on a baking sheet covered with foil about 5-10 minutes, until they are warmed through but not crispy.

If you try this Heart Healthy Pancake Mix Recipe, let me know in the comments! You might also like to try these Green Banana Mint Pancakes, Healthy Crepes filled with Brownie Batter and Strawberries, or Chai Latte Waffles!

Learn more about heart healthy diets here!

📖 Recipe

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Heart Healthy Pancake Mix

Laura Yautz
Whole wheat, heart healthy pancake mix is excellent to keep on hand for a quick breakfast or brunch! Mixes up in no time and keeps for months!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 batches of 8 pancakes
Calories 196 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Mix:

  • 4 cups Whole Wheat Flour
  • 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt

To make pancakes:

  • 1 cup Pancake Mix
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Flax or Chia Seeds
  • (Optional) ½ tablespoon Maple Syrup or other sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Combine all the ingredients for the Pancake Mix in an airtight container. Store in a cool place, away from sunlight for up to 2 months.

To make pancakes:

  • Combine 1 cup of the pancake mix with almond milk, oil, flax, vanilla, and sweetener, if using. Stir until just combined, and set aside while griddle preheats.
  • When griddle is hot, spray with cooking spray if not nonstick, and scoop pancake batter onto the griddle, ¼ cup at a time.
  • Cook a few minutes, until you see bubbles start to form on the top of the batter. Flip and cook another few minutes, until cooked through.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 196kcal (10%)Carbohydrates: 25.1g (8%)Protein: 4.8g (10%)Fat: 9.6g (15%)Saturated Fat: 1.2g (8%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.7gSodium: 200.7mg (9%)Potassium: 306.8mg (9%)Fiber: 3.9g (16%)Sugar: 1.8g (2%)Vitamin A: 28.2IU (1%)Calcium: 202.7mg (20%)Iron: 1.6mg (9%)

*Nutrition information is an estimate, and will change based on the brand and individual ingredients and amounts you use. This is provided for your convenience only.

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Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries and white flowers on top. A small bouquet of wildflowers is visible in the background.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries and white flowers on top.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup being poured over. Glass jar of heart healthy pancake mix is visible in the background.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup poured over. A fork with cut pieces of pancakes on it lies in front of the stack. Glass jar of heart healthy pancake mix is visible in the background with a bouquet of flowers.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries and white flowers on top.
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Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup being poured over. Glass jar that reads 'healthy heart pancake mix' is visible in the background.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top, and syrup poured over. A fork with cut pieces of pancakes on it lies in front of the stack. Glass jar that reads 'healthy heart pancake mix' is visible in the background with a bouquet of flowers.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top. Glass jar that reads 'healthy heart pancake mix' is visible in the background.
Stack of 6 whole wheat pancakes, with a pile of fresh blueberries on top. Glass jar that reads 'healthy heart pancake mix' is visible in the background.

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