What’s a weekend morning without pancakes? These vegan pancakes are soft, fluffy, and lightly vanilla-scented – perfect for stacking high with bananas, maple syrup, yogurt and chocolate chips. Brunch goals? Achieved.

• 300 g self-raising flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tbsp sugar (I like brown sugar)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 400 ml plant-based milk (like oat or almond)

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking

• ripe bananas (the riper, the better!)

• maple syrup (golden and glorious)

• plant-based yogurt

• vegan chocolate chips

Start with the dry stuff. In a big bowl, mix the self-raising flour, baking powder, and sugar. Whisk it all together – like giving your pancakes a little air to breathe. This helps keep them light and dreamy.

Add the magic. Pour in the plant-based milk and vanilla extract. Gently stir until you get a smooth batter. Don’t overmix! A few lumps are your friends here – they keep your pancakes soft and fluffy.

Get that pan hot. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add a splash of vegetable oil. Once it’s warm, pour in a ladleful of batter. Try to keep each pancake roughly the same size for a pretty stack later.

Watch for the bubbles. After 2–3 minutes, you’ll notice bubbles forming on the surface – that’s your cue to flip! Carefully turn the pancake over and cook for another minute or two until both sides are golden and cooked through.

Repeat with the rest of the batter. Add a little more oil if needed. If you’re making a big batch, keep them warm in a low oven (around 80°C/175°F) while you work your way through the bowl.

Time to serve like a pro. Stack those fluffy beauties, top with sliced bananas, a dollop of plant-based yogurt, drizzle generously with maple syrup and scatter some chocolate chips on top. Chef’s kiss!

And that’s it! Your vegan pancakes are ready to serve – soft, golden, and beautifully vanilla-scented. They’re perfect for a slow Sunday breakfast or a cozy midweek treat. Banana, plant-based yogurt, maple syrup, and chocolate chips are just a starting point – feel free to mix things up and make them your own.

Remember: plant-based cooking isn’t about perfection – it’s about joy. So heat up that pan, build your pancake tower, and enjoy every bite. Happy cooking! 🌱🥞