Colorful Ombre Pancakes – Naturally Tinted & Vegan
Make your breakfast pop with these colorful ombre pancakes! Naturally dyed, vegan, and so fluffy—perfect for kids, brunches, and special mornings.
Servings: 4 portions
Calories: 469kcal
Cost: €0.95
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp sugar or any sweetener of choice
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 ½ cups soy milk or any other plant milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 dash vanilla essence optional
For the ombre colors:
- For blue-purple: spirulina powder + blueberries or just frozen blueberries
- For red-ish: beetroot powder + strawberries/cherries or just sour cherries
- For pink: frozen raspberries and cherries
Important tip: Add coloring gradually. Avoid using more than 20g of fruit per bowl to maintain pancake texture
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Batter
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
- Pour in the soy milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix.
Step 3: Divide & Color
- Divide the batter evenly into 3 bowls. For each bowl, add your selected fruits or natural coloring and blend well. Adjust quantity gradually until you get the shade you want.
Step 4: Preheat Your Pan
- Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up.
Step 5: Cook the Pancakes
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per pancake into the pan. Cook for 1–2 minutes on each side until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook another minute.
Step 6: Stack & Serve
- Layer your pancakes by color to create the ombre effect. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.