Vegan Scotch Pancakes with Fava Flour

British Flour Gluten-free Grains and Seeds Light Pancake Pulse Flour Pulses Vegan Vegetarian

by Josiah Meldrum February 10, 2018

These quick and simple vegan pancakes can be cooked from scratch in just half an hour. The Fava Bean Flour adds a deliciously nutty earthiness. Thanks to Maggie Franks of Delicious Nutritious for the recipe inspiration.

Makes about 10 pancakes

Ingredients

1 Banana
225g Fava Bean Flour (or a blend of Fava and Wheat Flour - if you don't need the recipe to be gluten-free)
1 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda
330ml Almond Milk
1 dessert spoon Coconut Sugar

Method

Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Leave to rest for 20 minutes.
Put 2 tbsp of the batter in an oiled pan and cook for 2 minutes or so, flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
Serve immediately or keep warm in a low oven. They're great with maple syrup, fruit compote or ice cream.

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