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Zucchini Bread Pancakes

May 31, 2014 by Heather Tullos 24 Comments

Fluffy buttermilk pancakes loaded with fresh shredded zucchini, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Zucchini Bread Pancakes are a perfect summer breakfast and a great way to use up some of those garden veggies!

Zucchini Bread Pancakes

I can’t think of a better way to start a Saturday.

Hot fluffy buttermilk paNCAKESSSSS!!!! [<<Oprah voice]

You guys know how much I love my breakfast. And my second favorite thing about summer meals is being able to lazily linger over the breakfast table with one more cup of coffee and a book or something (first favorite thing = late lazy dinners; no more freaking out at 5 p.m.!).

In the summer, in this little farming community, zucchini is ehhhhvurrrywhere. I used to work in this little store that dealt heavily in local produce and I swear 3 people a day would stop with bags full of zucchini and squash to unload. Their little home gardens produced so much, so fast, that they were driving up and down the road trying to give the stuff away. If you’ve ever had an even f successful home garden you know what I’m talking about.

Zucchini Bread Pancakes with Whole Wheat

Even if you don’t have a garden though, one trip to the grocery store or farmer’s market in the summer will tell you to buy all the zucchini.

And Then you’ll have 177 zucchini squash (-es? I feel like that word should be ‘squashes’ but that seems wrong and spell check only corrects things that are actual words like ‘bundt’) hanging around and you’ll be adding it to everything, and making mock apple crisps, and trying to unload loaves of zucchini bread on your neighbors, and in your head you’ll be screaming, “whyyyyy did I have to have all this zucchini?!“

Or is that just me?

Maybe I should put my produce-hoarding tendencies in check.

But not before I sell you on these pancakes.

Shredded Zucchini for Zucchini Pancakes

Shredded zucchini in pancakes works a lot like shredded zucchini in bread. It’s moist, it’s sweet, and it’s happy to be covered in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

I didn’t add a lot of sugar to this recipe – just 2 tablespoons of brown sugar in the whole big batch of pancakes, because I like the sort of earthy flavor I get with the whole wheat flour and pecans.

Oh! I forgot to tell you about the pecans! I added pecans to the batter. The crunch is perfect. You could opt for walnuts, too, or leave the nuts out completely if they aren’t your thing, but I’m telling you the pecans give these pancakes just a little more oomph.

Also buttermilk. I always have it on hand because I love to bake with it and it usually has a pretty long use-by date. But if you find yourself buttermilk-less, you can always use that fail-safe formula:

1 tablespoon white vinegar (or lemon juice) + enough milk to equal a cup = 1 cup buttermilk

Zucchini Bread Buttermilk Pancakes

Make the most of your produce this weekend!

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Zucchini Bread Pancakes
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
8 mins
Total time
18 mins
 
Buttermilk pancakes made with half whole wheat flour, and stuffed full of shredded zucchini and pecans. These pancakes are a great way to use up all that summer produce!
Author: Heather Tullos
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (see note)
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • butter and syrup for serving
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl whisk together the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. Pour in the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla. Stir until just combined, making sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl so there are no pockets of dry mix.
  3. Stir in the shredded zucchini and walnuts.
  4. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium high heat (I usually set the electric griddle to about 375°F). I like to butter the griddle for pancakes. It gives them a slight buttery crisp on top.
  5. Pour the batter onto the griddle to make your pancakes. I find that a ¼ cup measure works perfectly for scooping batter and pouring.
  6. Let the first side cook until bubbles appear. Flip and cook on the second side for 1 -2 minutes. Repeat until you've used all the batter.
  7. Serve with butter and syrup!
Notes
In the photos here I shredded my zucchini with a box grater to acheive larger pieces that you could see. This is one option and I was good with the taste, but since pancakes don't cook as long as bread, the fibers in the zucchini don't break down as much. You may want to shred your zucchini a little more finely or even throw the shreds in the food processor for a second.
I also did not peel my zucchini. I love the green. But it's a matter of preference. You can peel yours if you'd like.
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Comments

  1. Maggie Unzueta @ Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    May 31, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    I’ve heard of zucchini bread pancakes but never tried this. Love your recipe. Doesn’t look so difficult. Going on the “Must Try” list.

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 2, 2014 at 8:32 am

      Definitely try them! It is a really easy recipe and ohhhh so good! Thanks Maggie!

      Reply
  2. How to Philosophize with Cake

    May 31, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    Mmm, those look awesome! I love pancakes of all kinds, so why not add veggies? What a great idea! 🙂

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 2, 2014 at 8:31 am

      Thank you! I am SUCH a pancake lover!!

      Reply
  3. Wendy

    May 31, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    These pancakes look perfect for a lazy summer morning with a cup of cofee (or 2 or 3)! I love the flavor of whole wheat in a pancake but I have never added zucchini before. There will be a point this summer, just like you describe, where I am desperate for zucchini recipes. I am pinning these for just that moment!

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 2, 2014 at 8:23 am

      Yes! These pancakes are perfect for that moment! Thanks for the pin Wendy!

      Reply
  4. Choc Chip Uru

    June 1, 2014 at 6:26 am

    I could eat these pancakes all day they look so addictive 😀

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 2, 2014 at 8:16 am

      I could too lol. Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Tiziana Bontempi

    June 1, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    Wowwwww, beautiful!

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 2, 2014 at 8:14 am

      Thanks Tiziana!!

      Reply
  6. Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch

    June 3, 2014 at 10:34 pm

    Oh my goodness I love that these have Zucchini in them! I’m hoping for a bumper crop this year and this would be a wonderful way to start the day.

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 4, 2014 at 10:51 am

      Thanks so much Serena! Love that fresh zucchini!

      Reply
  7. Amy | Club Narwhal

    June 4, 2014 at 8:49 am

    Heather, I CAN’T EVEN WITH THESE RIGHT NOW!!! And can I please come over for breakfast? Zucchini is one of my favorite things about summer and of course you had to make me even more excited with these brilliant pancakes 🙂

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 4, 2014 at 10:54 am

      Of course you can come for breakfast Amy!!
      So funny – the morning I made these no one was home, so I had this massive stack of pancakes and no one to eat them! I ate those 2 obnoxious bites taken out for the photos and then I was full. #foodblogfail

      Reply
  8. Cherrie Williams

    June 4, 2014 at 5:44 pm

    I love your presentation and the “special and fun to do pancakes” that I see above, actually all of them mmmm!….. I am always thinking, creating, in my artistry works, and I love to eat,….pancakes and waffles are one of my favorites… Hug, Cherrie Williams, The Doll Lady

    Reply
    • Heather

      June 5, 2014 at 8:26 am

      Thank you Cherrie!! I love pancakes and waffles, too!

      Reply
  9. Kate

    April 25, 2015 at 12:12 am

    I really like the recipe and have made it twice now. My only issue is the kosher salt. I can still taste it. I guess it didnt completely dissolve. I’m leaving it out next time. My 13 month old LO loves it.

    Reply
    • Heather Tullos

      April 25, 2015 at 9:20 am

      Oh so glad to hear it Kate! Thank you!

      And yes — if the salt isn’t working for you then scrap it!

      Reply
  10. Christina

    October 6, 2016 at 10:27 am

    I LOVE anything with zucchini, so these pancakes are perfect!! My two year old and I just enjoyed them! I can’t tell by your picture but mine came out pretty flat..is that normal or did I mess up lol

    Reply
    • Heather Tullos

      October 6, 2016 at 11:51 am

      Hey Christina! I’m glad you enjoyed these but no — mine are usually pretty fluffy! Was your baking powder expired? That can be a reason you don’t get any lift 🙂

      Reply

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