Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Mixed Berries

thawed

1 tbsp

Honey

1 tsp

Lemon Zest

finely grated

0.5 cup

All-Purpose Flour

0.25 cup

Whole-Wheat Flour

0.25 cup

Wheat Germ

toasted

2 tsp

Baking Powder

0.5 tsp

Baking Soda

0.25 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Yogurt

plain low-fat

2 tbsp

Butter

unsalted, melted

1 unit

Egg

large

0.5 cup

Pecans

coarsely chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Combine berries, honey, and lemon zest in a small saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 3
~2 min

Simmer for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 4
~2 min

Transfer berry compote to a bowl.

Step 5
~2 min

Preheat oven to 200°F to keep pancakes warm.

Step 6
~2 min

In a bowl, whisk together flours, wheat germ, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 7
~2 min

In a separate bowl, whisk yogurt, melted butter, and egg until combined.

Step 8
~2 min

Add dry ingredients and pecans to wet ingredients; whisk until just moistened.

Step 9
~2 min

Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Lightly butter the griddle.

Step 11
~2 min

Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.

Step 12
~2 min

Spread the batter to about 4 inches in diameter.

Step 13
~2 min

Cook until bubbles form and start to burst, about 1-3 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.

Step 15
~2 min

Transfer cooked pancakes to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve warm pancakes topped with the berry compote.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't overmix the batter for the lightest pancakes.

Adjust sweetness of the compote to your liking.

Use a combination of fresh and frozen berries for best results.

Keep pancakes warm in a low oven until ready to serve.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Compote can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (berries, butter)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or yogurt.

Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Pancakes are a classic American breakfast dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast on holidays
Weekend brunch

Occasion Tags

breakfast
brunch
weekend
holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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