Healthy Applesauce Pancakes With No Sugar Added Recipe

Fluffy, delicious pancakes made with wholesome ingredients and NO added sugar! These freezer-friendly pancakes are perfect for toddlers (make them mini!) and the whole family. We use unsweetened applesauce (flavored varieties like blueberry or strawberry work great – skip the vanilla extract if using flavored sauce!). So flavorful, you won't need syrup! A healthy and convenient breakfast or snack, adapted from Wholesome Toddler Food.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 159.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 2.2 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthy Applesauce Pancakes With No Sugar Added

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How to Make Healthy Applesauce Pancakes With No Sugar Added

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 cup milk, and 1 large egg.
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, omit if using flavored applesauce) and 1 cup unsweetened applesauce.
  5. Beat the batter gently until smooth.
  6. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot surface.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy! These pancakes also freeze beautifully for quick and easy breakfasts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

9g

Carbs

9g