Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread Recipe

Spice up your breakfast routine with these irresistible Carrot Pancakes! Imagine fluffy pancakes bursting with warm carrot flavor, topped with a dreamy cream cheese frosting that tastes just like carrot cake. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for weekend brunch or a special weekday treat. Get ready for a delicious and surprisingly healthy start to your day!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 140.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup milk for pancakes, 1-2 tablespoons milk for frosting
  • 1 cup finely grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for pancakes, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

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How to Make Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread

  1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, brown sugar, milk, grated carrots, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just moistened. Do not overmix.
  4. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface.
  7. While the pancakes are cooking, prepare the frosting: In a food processor, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
  8. Process until smooth and creamy, adding milk 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  9. Transfer the frosting to a bowl.
  10. Serve the pancakes immediately, topped with the cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

12g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread?

Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread?

Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread has approximately 140.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread?

The key ingredients for Carrot Pancakes With Cream Cheese Spread are Flour, Baking Powder, Ground Cinnamon, Salt, Ground Ginger, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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