Four Grain Pancakes Recipe

These Four Grain Pancakes are the BEST I've ever made – light, tender, and delicious even cold! Forget those flat, boring pancakes. This recipe (adapted from the beloved Joy of Cooking) uses a unique blend of four grains for a delightful texture and irresistible nutmeg aroma. Perfect for weekend brunch or a quick weeknight treat. Halve the recipe easily for smaller portions. Get ready for pancake perfection!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 124 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Four Grain Pancakes

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How to Make Four Grain Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup whole wheat flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 3/4 cups milk (or buttermilk for extra tang), and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter.
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix!
  4. Lightly grease a griddle or large skillet and heat over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Bubbles will appear on the surface before flipping.
  6. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as jam, honey, maple syrup, or whipped cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

12g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Four Grain Pancakes?

Four Grain Pancakes takes about 26 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 16 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Four Grain Pancakes?

Four Grain Pancakes has approximately 124 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Four Grain Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Four Grain Pancakes are Whole Wheat Flour, All Purpose Flour, Cornmeal, Rolled Oats, Sugar, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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