Fluffy Carrot Cake Pancakes with Creamy Yogurt Topping

Name: Fluffy Carrot Cake Pancakes with Creamy Yogurt Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 225 g self-raising flour; 400 ml milk; 130 g soft cheese; 150 ml natural yogurt; 50 g pecans; 3 tbsp golden caster or light brown soft sugar; 1 egg; 1 medium carrot, grated; 1 orange, zested; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil for frying; 1 drizzle maple syrup or honey, to serve

Enjoy the warm, spiced flavors of a classic carrot cake in a healthy, fluffy pancake form. These pancakes are packed with fresh carrots and pecans, then finished with a tangy orange-infused yogurt cream for the perfect brunch treat.

Servings10 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time20 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

self-raising flour
225 g
milk
400 ml
soft cheese
130 g
natural yogurt
150 ml
pecans
50 g
golden caster or light brown soft sugar
3 tbsp
egg
1
medium carrot, grated
1
orange, zested
1
ground cinnamon
0.5 tsp
ground nutmeg
0.5 tsp
vegetable or sunflower oil for frying
1 tbsp
maple syrup or honey, to serve
1 drizzle

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir in the sugar until well combined.

In a separate jug or bowl, whisk together the milk, 2 tablespoons of soft cheese, and the egg until the mixture is smooth and the cheese is fully incorporated.

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, whisking constantly until you have a smooth batter. Fold in the grated carrot, orange zest, and chopped pecans. Allow the batter to rest for about 5 minutes.

While the batter rests, prepare the topping by mixing the remaining 100g of soft cheese with the natural yogurt. Add a small drizzle of orange juice for extra flavor if desired, then store in the fridge until needed.

Heat a teaspoon of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan and cook until the edges look firm and bubbles begin to appear on the surface.