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zucchini pancakes
These zucchini pancakes are irresistibly moist and packed with warm cinnamon flavor. Perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch treat!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
1
large
zucchini, grated
about 2 cups, excess water squeezed out
0.75
cup
buttermilk
room temperature
0.33
cup
light brown sugar
packed
2
tablespoons
unsalted butter
melted and cooled slightly
1
teaspoon
vanilla extract
1
large
egg
room temperature
1
cup
all-purpose flour
2
teaspoons
ground cinnamon
1.5
teaspoons
baking powder
0.5
teaspoon
baking soda
1
teaspoon
kosher salt
maple syrup
for topping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Gently wrap the grated zucchini in a clean towel and squeeze out any excess water. Discard the liquid and set zucchini aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Fold the grated zucchini into the wet ingredients until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the zucchini mixture and fold until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 300°F) and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Pour 1/3 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet, gently spreading to about a 4-inch diameter.
Cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the underside is golden brown.
Flip the pancakes gently and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden brown on the other side.
Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and repeat with remaining batter.
Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
Notes
These pancakes can be made ahead and reheated gently. They are excellent with fresh fruit or a dollop of yogurt on the side.