Lemon Scented Polenta Pancakes with Blueberry Thyme Syrup

Health score
5%
Lemon Scented Polenta Pancakes with Blueberry Thyme Syrup
45 min.
12
316kcal
100%sweetness
73.37%saltiness
50.33%sourness
94.17%bitterness
22.58%savoriness
65.97%fattiness
0%spiciness

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These pancakes are a delightful twist on the traditional breakfast staple. The polenta gives them a slightly chewy texture and a subtle corn flavor, while the lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy note. But the real star of this dish is the blueberry thyme syrup. It's sweet and tangy, with a hint of herbal flavor from the thyme, which pairs perfectly with the lemon-scented pancakes. The result is a stack of fluffy, golden pancakes that are sure to impress. They're perfect for a weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat. The recipe yields a generous batch, so you'll have plenty to share—though we won't judge if you keep them all to yourself! Serve them with a pat of butter and a generous drizzle of the blueberry thyme syrup for a truly indulgent breakfast experience.

Ingredients

  • cup flour 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • cups blueberries fresh
  • cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  •  eggs 
  • sprigs thyme sprigs fresh
  • 1.5 tablespoons honey 
  •  lemon zest 
  • cup maple syrup 
  • 1.3 cups milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 12 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Put the syrup, blueberries, and thyme springs, if using, into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer while you make the pancakes.
  2. Remove the thyme sprigs just before serving.In a medium saucepan, combine the cornmeal and cold water. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Simmer over medium heat until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes.In a small bowl, beat together milk, egg, honey, and vanilla.
  3. Add to the polenta (boiled cornmeal).In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest. Make a well in the center and stir in the polenta custard.
  4. Heat a large griddle and brush it with butter.Ladle enough batter onto the griddle for 4-inch cakes. If the batter is too thick to spread on its own, add a bit more milk. Cook the pancakes over moderate heat until bubbles appear on the surface and the top of the pancake looks dry. Flip the pancakes and cook until puffy and browned on the bottom, about 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer to warm plates and repeat with remaining batter.
  6. Serve with warm blueberry syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories316kcal
Protein4.27%
Fat47.82%
Carbs47.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.27
Glycemic Load
18.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.1886956521739%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.09mg
Petunidin
7.78mg
Delphinidin
8.74mg
Malvidin
16.67mg
Peonidin
5mg
Catechin
1.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
1.89mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
73.37%
Sourness:
50.33%
Bitterness:
94.17%
Savoriness:
22.58%
Fattiness:
65.97%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:315.98kcal
15.8%
Fat:16.97g
26.11%
Saturated Fat:3.84g
24%
Carbohydrates:38.26g
12.75%
Net Carbohydrates:36.67g
13.33%
Sugar:22.12g
24.58%
Cholesterol:16.69mg
5.56%
Sodium:292.18mg
12.7%
Protein:3.41g
6.81%
Manganese:0.82mg
41.15%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.66%
Vitamin A:763.07IU
15.26%
Calcium:100.27mg
10.03%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.77%
Selenium:5.59µg
7.98%
Phosphorus:74.15mg
7.42%
Fiber:1.59g
6.36%
Folate:24.94µg
6.23%
Magnesium:23.58mg
5.89%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.4%
Iron:0.94mg
5.22%
Potassium:167.23mg
4.78%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.74%
Vitamin K:4.89µg
4.66%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.62%
Copper:0.09mg
4.45%
Vitamin C:3.49mg
4.23%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.12%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.87%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.35%
Source:Foodista