Home > Breakfast > Greek Yogurt Pancakes Greek Yogurt Pancakes April 24, 2019 | 22 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Pack your pancakes with nutrition and protein! These healthy Greek Yogurt Pancakes are flavorful, filling, and easy-to-make. Pair Greek Yogurt Pancakes with delicious homemade Blueberry Syrup, Caramel Syrup, or this Vanilla Sauce! Serve alongside these amazing Breakfast Potatoes. Greek Yogurt Pancakes My boys LOVE pancakes. They beg to eat them not only for breakfast but for lunch and dinner as well. They’d even have them for snacks if I’d let them! The great thing about these Greek Yogurt Pancakes is that they’re healthier than a traditional pancake and contain loads more protein (which will make you feel fuller for longer). And don’t think for a minute that we’re sacrificing taste for health – my boys like these even better than a traditional pancake. I’ve included detailed instructions on how to make these pancakes in the recipe card found below, but wanted to list out some of our family’s favorite toppings: Greek Yogurt Pancake toppings Below are some fun ways to top your pancakes. Pure maple syrup Caramel syrup Whipped Cream (How to make whipped cream guide here!) Vanilla sauce Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc.) Sliced banana and a sprinkle of cinnamon Flaked unsweetened coconut Chopped nuts (pistachios, almond slivers, walnuts, etc.) A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar Blueberry syrup Buttermilk syrup Thick and fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes As you can see from the photos, these pancakes are super fluffy. And here’s why: Leavening agents. The fluffiness comes from baking powder and baking soda, added to give them a nice rise. Eggs. Eggs also add to the fluffiness of these Greek Yogurt Pancakes. Greek Yogurt. Using yogurt instead of milk makes these healthy pancakes super thick. Pancake tips Use a good, full-fat Greek yogurt: Greek Gods® honey vanilla yogurt is my all-time favorite (not sponsored) in this recipe. Do not overmix the batter: Too much stirring is going to start the gluten development in the batter and make the pancakes tough instead of light and fluffy. Invest in a griddle: If you make pancakes often and have the space, I highly recommend an electric skillet or griddle. It makes the process of cooking and flipping pancakes so much easier. QUICK TIP Save drips by using a soup ladle or a 1/3 cup measure to pour out the pancake batter onto the skillet. Some people have good luck using a squirt bottle (like you’d use for ketchup), too. Other healthy recipes Greek yogurt loaded Healthy Blueberry Muffins Healthy Zucchini Bread Bakery style Healthy Apple Muffins Healthy Banana Bread Healthy Pumpkin Bread with chocolate chips FOLLOW ALONG! 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Course Breakfast Cuisine American Keyword greek yogurt pancakes Prep Time 15 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 12 pancakes Calories 97kcal Author Chelsea Ingredients1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons white granulated sugar2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt1/2 cup Greek yogurt full-fat vanilla honey flavor (I highly recommend Greek Gods)3/4 cup whole milk (plus 1-3 tablespoons)2 large eggs1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated lemon zest OR 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, optionalUnsalted butter for cooking InstructionsStir together the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, milk, eggs, and vanilla. For a fun hint of flavor add in either lemon zest or cinnamon (but not both!) Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones, mixing only until JUST combined. Be careful to not overmix.Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet or griddle over low to medium-low heat until it bubbles. Pour the pancake batter into the pan to make 3 or 4 pancakes. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbles appear on top and the underside is lightly browned. Flip the pancakes and then cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until browned. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel, add more butter to the pan, and continue cooking pancakes until all the batter is used. Serve with maple syrup or blueberry syrup (see post for recipe). Nutrition FactsCalories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 238mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 1mg DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
Congrats on your first pancake recipe, Chelsea! These look absolutely amazing! I love pancakes made with greek yogurt, especially ones with a fruity syrup to top it off. Looks delicious! Reply
Pancakes were my favorite meal as a kiddo and definitely still make it into the top ten today. I’ve found a few recipes that I really enjoy and have come to love. There’s a diner in Connecticut that specializes in pancakes and has over 40 varieties. I like to make them at home because then I can control the amount of fat and sugar that are in pancakes. I love the idea of a peach blueberry syrup. Unforunately, peaches aren’t in season in CT and actually aren’t even available in stores right now. Stupid winter! Anyways, I’m bookmarking this recipe until I can find some quality, fresh peaches. Have you ever tried the Stonewall Kitchen Amaretto Peach Jam? It’s simply awesome! Reply
HOW IS THIS THE FIRST PANCAKE RECIPE EVER!! I am so glad you have come to the pancake side of life here, it’s a happier place. I love Greek yogurt in pancakes and that blueberry peach combo? DEAD. Pinned! Reply
These are gorgeous friend! And I love using Greek yogurt to healthify my recipes. Don’t know if I’ve ever tried it in pancakes though. YUM! Happy Wednesday Chelsea! Reply
Maybe pancakes for lunch or dinner won’t feel as guilty? HAHA! But I totally know what you mean about the sugar high first thing in the morning. And I’m loving the blueberry peach syrup combo! I just told my husband that we’re having “breakfast for dinner” tonight – so maybe we’ll be having these! Pinned! Reply
I saw you post this on instagram and simply had to come and check it out! My mouth is watering…they look amazingly delicious!! Reply
Your first ever pancake recipe on the blog looks delicious! Love how easy to make these are and also the blueberry peach syrup! Reply
I am Drooling over these right now! these sound SO great! warm and comforting 😉 it’s so cold here right now these would be PERFECT! Reply
HEALTHY pancakes?! Blueberry syrup?! Can I marry these pancakes?! Is that an option?! 😀 Excuse me while I swoon. Reply
I rarely eat pancakes for breakfast only because all those carbs just make me hungrier throughout the day but these healthy pancakes look amazing! I am looking forward to trying them out! Pinned! Reply
Wow these pancakes look SO good! That greek yogurt makes pancakes so fluffy, doesn’t it? And I am drooling over that syrup…sounds delicious and healthy too 🙂 Reply
OH yum! I love using Greek yogurt in pancakes- That, combined with eggs produce amazing fluffy pancakes! the syrup is a winner! Reply
These are gorgeous pancakes, Chelsea! I love the greek yogurt in here, they look so fluffy and light and that blueberry peach syrup sounds heavenly! Reply
Pancakes are a tricky beast- I just posted my first pancake recipe too, but thats because I’m super particular about the pancakes I make. Thin, buttery and crisp all the way please! I love the fruit syrup on top, and I know a certain toddler that will too! Can’t wait to try. Reply
Okay so that blueberry syrup…. TOO GOOD. And these are topped with peaches!? Hello, perfect breakfast! Reply
Um wow, prettiest pancakes ever! I used to have pancakes every Saturday morning but stopped because I felt like I was eating a ton of sugar for breakfast. I’ll have to try these for sure!! 🙂 Reply
Chelsea I totally agree with you! Lately I am the one whose been wanting to have pancakes for breakfast but my hubby no longer wants them because he feels it’s always so much sugar for breakfast!! Thanks for this delicious yet healthier version!! Will be making these soon! Reply
These Greek yogurt pancakes with the almond milk sound perfect and your pics . . . are gorgeous!!! Reply
YUM! I’ve never had pancakes with yogurt, but I love the more healthy alternative. I can’t wait to try it!! 🙂 Reply
