Leek and Cheddar Pancakes

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Leek and Cheddar Pancakes
45 min.
4
375kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with these delightful Leek and Cheddar Pancakes! Perfect for a cozy brunch or a nutritious breakfast, this vegetarian recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy the subtle sweetness of leeks and the sharp, creamy goodness of cheddar cheese. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors, making these pancakes a wonderful alternative to traditional morning fare.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch for yourself or impress your friends and family. The delightful combination of ingredients not only makes these pancakes a treat for your taste buds but also packs them with nutrition, being rich in protein and offering a balanced caloric profile. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding extra herbs or spices that tickle your culinary fancy.

Whether you serve them with a drizzle of your favorite syrup, a dollop of yogurt, or alongside fresh fruit, these pancakes are sure to become a breakfast staple in your home. Gather your ingredients, heat up that skillet, and get ready to indulge in a uniquely satisfying dish that brings together a hint of gourmet flair and everyday simplicity. Enjoy the wonderful aroma that fills your kitchen as you create a meal that is as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 7.5 ounces flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup leek sliced
  • 1.5 cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • whisk
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  2. Combine flour and next 4 ingredients (through salt) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Set aside.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add sliced leek; saut 3 minutes or until leek is tender and lightly browned. Stir the leek mixture into the flour mixture.
  5. Combine reduced-fat milk, butter, and egg; add the milk mixture to flour mixture, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto a hot nonstick griddle or nonstick skillet. Cook 3 minutes or until tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked. Carefully turn pancakes over; cook 2 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories375kcal
Protein14.47%
Fat31.78%
Carbs53.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
86.52
Glycemic Load
32.23
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.477391268896%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.08kcal
18.75%
Fat:13.16g
20.25%
Saturated Fat:6.39g
39.92%
Carbohydrates:50.09g
16.7%
Net Carbohydrates:48.46g
17.62%
Sugar:8.14g
9.05%
Cholesterol:75.28mg
25.09%
Sodium:865.28mg
37.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.49g
26.97%
Selenium:28.25µg
40.36%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.41%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.18%
Folate:117.78µg
29.44%
Calcium:287.96mg
28.8%
Phosphorus:255.14mg
25.51%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.75%
Iron:3.09mg
17.15%
Vitamin B3:3.28mg
16.41%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.28%
Vitamin A:572.72IU
11.45%
Zinc:1.5mg
9.98%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.17%
Magnesium:30.23mg
7.56%
Vitamin K:7.39µg
7.04%
Potassium:230.21mg
6.58%
Fiber:1.64g
6.55%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.7%
Copper:0.11mg
5.48%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.12%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.23%
Vitamin C:1.51mg
1.83%
Source:My Recipes