If you're looking to add a tropical twist to breakfast, these Pandan Pancakes are just what you need! Soft, fluffy, and infused with the sweet, vanilla-like aroma of pandan, these coconut milk pancakes are guaranteed to brighten your morning. I love serving these vibrant pancakes alongside crispy breakfast favorites like these Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes for the ultimate brunch spread.
Made with pancake mix, creamy coconut milk, and fragrant pandan extract, these easy pandan pancakes come together in minutes and taste like something you'd find at your favorite Asian café.
What are Pandan Pancakes?
Pandan Pancakes are fluffy pancakes flavored with pandan extract, a popular ingredient in Southeast Asian desserts and breakfasts. The extract gives the pancakes a beautiful green color and a sweet, floral aroma often compared to vanilla with hints of coconut and almond.
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- What are Pandan Pancakes?
- Why This Recipe Works
- What is My Take on Coconut Milk Pancakes?
- Ingredients
- Key Ingredients
- How to Get Fluffy Pandan Pancakes
- Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Variations
- What to Serve With Pandan Pancakes
- Expert Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Storage + Reheating + Make Ahead + Meal Prep
- Closing Thoughts
- Recipe
- 💬 Comments
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Why This Recipe Works
- Uses pantry staples and comes together quickly.
- Coconut milk creates incredibly fluffy pandan pancakes.
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert.
- The pandan extract adds a unique tropical flavor.
- Easy enough for busy weekday mornings.
- Makes soft and tender homemade pandan pancakes every time.
What is My Take on Coconut Milk Pancakes?
I absolutely love using coconut milk in pancakes. It adds richness and a subtle tropical flavor that pairs perfectly with pandan. These pandan coconut pancakes remind me of some of my favorite Southeast Asian desserts like these Homemade Mini Vietnamese Sponge Cakes, but in breakfast form.
The combination of coconut milk and pandan extract creates a breakfast that's both comforting and unique.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of pancake mix
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ cup coconut milk (14 oz can)
- 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- â…“ cup sugar in the raw
- ½ teaspoon pandan extract
- â…› teaspoon Himalayan salt
- Pam spray for cooking
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Key Ingredients
- Pandan Extract - Pandan extract gives these sweet pandan pancakes their signature aroma and vibrant color. A little goes a long way.
- Coconut Milk - Full-fat coconut milk adds richness and helps create tender, fluffy pancakes with a subtle tropical flavor.
If you love cooking with coconut, don't miss my Coconut Rice recipe:
Step By Step Instructions
Step1: Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix well.
Step2: Heat a griddle or a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, lightly sprayed with Pam spray, or melted butter for a buttery flavor.
Step3: Pour a portion of the pancake batter (⅛ to ¼ cup, depending on size preference) in the pan and cook until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side).
Step4: Remove it and place it on a plate. You can place finished pancakes on a plate in a 200-degree oven to keep them warm while the remaining pancakes are completed. Repeat until all batter is gone.
How to Get Fluffy Pandan Pancakes
- Cook over medium-low heat for even browning.
- Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
- Keep finished pancakes warm in the oven while cooking the remaining batches.
- Use fresh pancake mix for the fluffiest results.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Cooking over high heat.
- Pressing down on the pancakes while cooking.
- Overmixing the batter.
- Using too much pandan extract, which can overpower the flavor.
- Skipping the preheated pan.
Variations
- Add shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Stir in chocolate chips for a kid-friendly version.
- Top with sliced bananas or fresh mango.
- Add toasted coconut flakes for added crunch.
- Drizzle with coconut syrup for an extra tropical pancake recipe.
What to Serve With Pandan Pancakes
Turn these homemade pandan pancakes into a complete brunch menu with these delicious pairings:
Main Protein: Serve alongside a hearty Bagel Breakfast Sandwich for a satisfying savory contrast.
Side Dish: Crispy Air Fryer Hash Browns add the perfect crunchy side.
Asian Sweet Treat: Finish brunch with a slice of Light Fluffy Japanese Cheesecake. Its delicate texture and subtle sweetness pair perfectly with the tropical flavors of these pandan coconut pancakes.
Expert Tips
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor
- Start with ½ teaspoon of pandan extract and adjust in future batches if desired.
- Keep cooked pancakes covered to maintain softness.
- A nonstick skillet works best for evenly cooked green pancakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pandan has a sweet, floral flavor often described as a combination of vanilla, coconut, and almond.
Yes! This pandan pancake recipe is naturally dairy-free when cooked with cooking spray instead of butter.
Absolutely. Freeze cooked pancakes in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Overmixing the batter or cooking over high heat can result in dense pancakes.
Yes, although coconut milk provides the best flavor and texture for these tropical pancakes.
Storage + Reheating + Make Ahead + Meal Prep
- Storage - Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating - Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or warm in a toaster oven until heated through.
- Make Ahead - The batter can be mixed the night before and stored in the refrigerator.
- Meal Prep - Prepare a double batch and freeze individual pancakes for quick weekday breakfasts.
Closing Thoughts
These Pandan Pancakes are fluffy, fragrant, and packed with tropical flavor. Whether you're looking for an easy pandan breakfast recipe or simply want to try something new, these coconut milk pancakes are sure to become a family favorite. Once you taste these soft, sweet pandan pancakes, you'll be making them again and again!
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Recipe
Easy Pandan Pancake Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 1 large egg
- 13.5 oz coconut milk one can
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- â…“ cup raw sugar
- ½ teaspoon pandan extract
- â…› teaspoon Himalayan salt
- pam spray for cooking
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix well.
- Heat a griddle or a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, lightly sprayed with Pam spray, or melted butter for a buttery flavor.
- Pour a portion of the pancake batter (⅛ to ¼ cup, depending on size preference) in the pan and cook until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side).
- Remove it and place it on a plate. You can place finished pancakes on a plate in a 200-degree oven to keep them warm while the remaining pancakes are completed. Repeat until all batter is gone.
Expert Tips:
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor
- Start with ½ teaspoon of pandan extract and adjust in future batches if desired.
- Keep cooked pancakes covered to maintain softness.
- A nonstick skillet works best for evenly cooked green pancakes.
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