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. 

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

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

5  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.

6  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.

8  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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