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Fluffy hidden veggie pancakes with a sweet or savoury twist — perfect for fussy eaters, healthy breakfasts, snacks or lunchboxes.
Discover the secret to getting kids to eat more veggies with our Hidden Veggie Pancakes recipe! Whether you prefer a sweet or savoury twist, these fluffy, golden pancakes sneak in nutritious vegetables without fuss.
Hidden Veggie Pancakes (Sweet Or Savoury Twist)
Hidden Veggie Pancake (Sweet Or Savoury Twist)
Course: Breakfast, Snacks, LunchServings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
15
minutesTotal time
25
minutesWe’ve given pancakes a clever little upgrade in this hidden veggie version. These fluffy favourites are packed with finely grated carrot or courgette – both are subtly sweet and practically invisible once cooked. It’s a brilliant way to sneak in some extra goodness without a fuss. Serve them savoury with cheese or sweet with a drizzle of honey or fruit – ideal for breakfast or even as a light lunchbox filler.
Ingredients
1 medium egg
120ml whole milk
100g self-raising flour
½ tsp baking powder
1 small carrot or courgette, finely grated (around 50g)
1 tbsp mild olive oil or unsalted butter (plus extra for cooking)
Pinch of cinnamon (for sweet version) optional
Pinch of grated cheddar (for savoury version) optional
Drizzle of honey or fruit slices (to serve – sweet) optional
Dollop of cream cheese or hummus (to serve – savoury) optional
Directions
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg and milk together.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder, then stir until just combined – don’t overmix.
- Fold in the grated carrot or courgette and the oil or melted butter.
- For sweet pancakes, add a pinch of cinnamon. For savoury, stir through a little grated cheese.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add a small knob of butter or a drizzle of oil.
- Spoon in heaped tablespoons of the batter to form small rounds. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove from pan and keep warm while you finish the batch. Serve warm or cool.
Notes
- These pancakes are lovely both warm and cold, and ideal for lunchboxes.
- If your child prefers dry textures, serve them plain or with a side of crunchy fruit or toast soldiers.
- You can freeze cooked pancakes in a single layer, then reheat in the toaster or oven.
- Want more veg? Try swapping carrot for beetroot (for a fun pink colour!) or finely grated apple for added sweetness.
- Serve cut into strips for little hands – perfect for dipping or munching on their own.
