Carrot Cake Pancakes with Maple Cream Cheese Glaze



We took everyone's favorite pancakes and made them even better. This will definitely get your weekend off to a great start! 

Makes 6 to 8 medium pancakes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooking Time 15 minutes


Ingredients:

For the pancakes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
pinch of salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup grated carrots,
       plus extra for garnish
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 
      plus extra for garnish
1/4 cup chopped raisins
1/4 cup melted butter 
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup brown sugar 
1 cup buttermilk
      (No buttermilk? Use plain yogurt or sour cream instead)
 
For the glaze
1 cup cream cheese,
      softened to room temperature
1/2 cup maple syrup



Instructions:

1  In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. mix until combined.

2  Add carrots, nuts, and raisins, making sure each one is coated with the dry ingredients. Set aside. 

 In another bowl, combine butter, egg, vanilla extract, sugar, and buttermilk. Combine with dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until no lumps remain.

 Make the glaze:  In a bowl, mix together cream cheese and maple syrup until smooth. Set aside.

 Place a non-stick pan over medium heat. To test if the pan is ready, sprinkle water over the surface. If the droplets sizzle, proceed with cooking the pancakes.

 Ladle  1/2 cup batter into the  hot pan.  Wait until bubbles form. Once most of the bubbles have dissipated, use a spatula to gently flip the pancake. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes more until pancake is golden brown.

7  Place pancake on a plate and spread glaze on top. Add more pancakes and glaze until you make a stack.

 Top with more glaze. Garnish with carrots and chopped walnuts.


Time-saving tip:   If pressed for time, use your favorite pancake mix, then  add carrots, spices, nuts, and raisins!  If you can't find  buttermilk, simply combine 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon  juice and enough milk to make 1 cup.

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