Pancake (Shrove) Tuesday- Sacred Delicious

Celebrate Pancake Tuesday with these delicious vegan pancake recipes!
Whether you prefer sweet or savory, these easy, dairy-free options make the day.
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Pancake Tuesday, also known as Shrove Tuesday, marks the day before Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent in the Christian tradition. Historically, it was a time for people to use up rich ingredients like eggs, milk, and butter before the fasting period of Lent began. The name "Shrove" comes from the old English word "shrive," meaning to confess one's sins and seek absolution. Over time, the tradition evolved into a joyful celebration where families enjoy pancakes in various forms before the 40-day period of reflection and restraint.

Even if you don't observe Lent, Pancake Tuesday is a wonderful excuse to enjoy delicious pancakes. Here are three simple vegan recipes to celebrate the day, along with some delightful toppings to complement them.

Some portions of this blog post were edited using AI assistance (ChatGPT) for clarity and readability. All final content has been reviewed and approved by me.

1. Vegan Potato Pancakes (Makes about 6 pancakes)

Potato pancakes for Shrove Tuesday- image generated
by Firefly Adobe.

These crispy pancakes are perfect for a savory twist on Pancake Tuesday.

Ingredients:

2 medium potatoes, grated (about 1 ½ cups / 350g)

¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend

2 tbsp (15g) ground flaxseeds + 6 tbsp (90ml) water (flax egg)

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)

1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil for frying

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes to form a flax egg.

Squeeze excess liquid from the grated potatoes using a clean kitchen towel.

In a mixing bowl, combine potatoes, flour, flax egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat with olive oil.

Scoop about ¼ cup (60ml) of batter per pancake, flatten slightly, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

Serve hot with applesauce, dairy-free sour cream, or a fruit sauce (recipe below).

2. Gluten-Free Rice & Millet Pancakes             (Makes about 8 small pancakes)

Scrumptious mixed berry sauce on Gluten-Free
Vegan pancakes... image by Firefly Adobe.

Light and fluffy, these pancakes are perfect for a gluten-free Pancake Tuesday treat.

Ingredients:

½ cup (60g) brown rice flour

½ cup (60g) millet flour

2 tbsp (15g) tapioca starch

1 tbsp (15g) baking powder

1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup

1 cup (240ml) non-dairy milk (almond, soy, or oat)

1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp (15ml) neutral oil (like sunflower or avocado)

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes to create a buttermilk effect.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, millet flour, tapioca starch, and baking powder.

Add the buttermilk mixture, maple syrup, vanilla, and oil. Stir until smooth.

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease if needed.

Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) of batter per pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Serve with fruit sauce or maple syrup.

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3. Cocoa-Wheat Flour Pancakes (Makes about 6 pancakes)

Rich chocolate pancakes with banana cream topping
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For a chocolatey treat, these pancakes add a rich, indulgent twist to Pancake Tuesday.

Ingredients:

1 cup (125g) whole wheat flour

2 tbsp (12g) cocoa powder

1 tbsp (15g) baking powder

1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup or agave syrup

1 cup (240ml) non-dairy milk (coconut, almond, or soy)

1 tbsp (15ml) neutral flavor oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.

Add the milk mixture, maple syrup, vanilla, and oil. Stir until smooth.

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease if needed.

Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) of batter per pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Serve warm with banana cream sauce or maple syrup.

Toppings and Sauces

Banana Cream Sauce

1 ripe banana, mashed

¼ cup (60ml) coconut milk or almond milk

1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup

½ tsp cinnamon

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over pancakes.

Fruit Salad Sauce

½ cup (75g) mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup

1 tsp lemon juice

¼ cup (60ml) water

Simmer all ingredients in a small pot over low heat for 5 minutes, mashing slightly. Serve warm.

Maple Syrup

For a classic topping, drizzle pure maple syrup over any of these pancakes for a simple, naturally sweet touch.

Whether you’re observing Lent or simply looking for an excuse to enjoy pancakes, these recipes provide a tasty and satisfying way to celebrate Pancake Tuesday. Enjoy!