Classic American Mini Pancakes
Fluffy, golden silver-dollar mini pancakes made soft and tender with a touch of vanilla and Greek yogurt. Higher in protein to support steady energy and satiety.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Leyla + Lila
Leyla created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together 1 whole egg
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Whisk together 1 whole egg
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1 whole egg, 60g nonfat plain Greek yogurt, and 60ml unsweetened almond milk until completely smooth.
Look for: completely smooth
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Add 40g oat flour
Add 40g oat flour, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 0.25 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 pinch of salt to the bowl. Stir with a spatula until just combined into a smooth pancake batter, taking care not to overmix.
Look for: just combined into a smooth pancake batter, taking care not to overmix
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Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over…
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C) for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Lightly grease the skillet with 0
Lightly grease the skillet with 0.5 tsp butter, spreading it evenly across the hot surface.
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Drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter onto the…
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter onto the hot skillet to form mini pancakes about 2 inches (5cm) in diameter.
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Cook for 2 to 3 minutes
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
Look for: small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set
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Gently flip each mini pancake using a…
Gently flip each mini pancake using a spatula and cook the second side for 1 to 2 minutes until light golden brown.
Look for: light golden brown
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Transfer cooked mini pancakes to a plate…
Transfer cooked mini pancakes to a plate and repeat with any remaining batter.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Top warmly served mini pancakes with 1…
Top warmly served mini pancakes with 1 tbsp maple syrup and enjoy immediately. Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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