Serve up a dose of vegetables for breakfast with this Zucchini Pancake recipe. It’s a yummy breakfast for kids that you can make and share with the whole family—babies and toddlers on up! And they’re SO fluffy!

Zucchini Pancakes

Every summer, or really whenever we have too much zucchini on hand, I love shredding them and adding the veggie to baked goods and pancakes. It has such a neutral flavor that it usually blends right in. Plus, it adds moisture—which is always a great thing for the texture!

TIP: You can make these pancakes with either zucchini or yellow summer squash. Both work!

Ingredients You Need

To make this recipe, you’ll need:

TIP: Find more of my favorite ways to serve vegetables for breakfast here.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at the basic process involved in making this recipe. For the full info, scroll down to the recipe at the bottom of the post.

1. Grate the zucchini or squash.
2. Squeeze it very dry.
3. Stir the ingredients together.
4. Cook, letting each pancake cook until you see bubbles form on the surface and the top starts to set before flipping.

TIP: You can serve these pancakes with maple syrup, applesauce, yogurt, peanut butter, or any other favorite spread or dip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for Making the Best Zucchini Pancakes

• Be sure to squeeze as much water out of the squash as you can to avoid the pancakes being too moist.
• Add a handful of chocolate chips to the batter if desired.
• Let any leftovers cool fully on a wire rack and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat to serve. You can also freeze in a zip top storage bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or on a heat-safe plate in the microwave.
• To make dairy-free: Use nondairy milk instead of the yogurt and neutral oil in place of the butter.
• To make gluten-free: Use buckwheat flour.
• You may also like Zucchini Cookies, Carrot Pancakes, Vegan Zucchini Muffins, and Spinach Pancakes.

I’d love to hear your feedback on this recipe if you try it, so please comment below!

This recipe was first posted July 2020. Recipe has been updated to ensure fluffier results!

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Fluffy Zucchini Pancakes

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  Author: Amy Palanjian
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  Prep Time: 15
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  Cook Time: 15
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  Total Time: 30 minutes
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  Yield: Serves 6–8 1x
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  Category: Breakfast
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  Method: Stovetop
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  Cuisine: American

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Description

My youngest eater eats these pancakes plain and my girls dip them in either maple syrup or peanut butter—they are very versatile! (Recipe updated May 2021)

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• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 4 tablespoons melted butter, slightly cooled, plus more for cooking
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup grated zucchini or summer squash, squeezed very dry (about 1 small zucchini)
• Maple syrup, applesauce, nut butter, or topping of choice (optional)

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Instructions

1. Stir together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
2. Stir together the milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
3. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold in the zucchini.
4. Heat a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon butter and stir to melt and coat.
5. Place about ¼ batter on the pan for each pancake, spreading gently as needed to about 1/2-inch thick. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until you see little bubbles on the surface and that the edges are set. Gently flip over and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
6. Continue to make the rest of the batch and serve warm with optional toppings.

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Notes

Let any leftovers cool fully on a wire rack and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat to serve. You can also freeze in a zip top storage bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or on a heat-safe plate in the microwave.

To make dairy-free: Use nondairy milk instead of the yogurt and neutral oil in place of the butter.

To make gluten-free: Use buckwheat flour or cup for cup gluten-free flour.

Be sure to squeeze as much water out of the squash as you can to avoid the pancakes being too moist.

Add a handful of chocolate chips if desired.

Place pancakes on a baking sheet in a 300 degree oven to keep warm while you finish cooking the rest of the batch.

Keywords: zucchini pancakes

Filder Under:Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Recipes, Vegetables, Vegetarian