Walnut Pancake

Indulge in the goodness of this vegetarian walnut pancake, which boasts a tall, moist center and a delectable, crispy top crust. The best part? You won’t need to spend ages flipping pancakes over a hot stove. This air fryer recipe streamlines the process while delivering a delightful breakfast treat. Serve it with your favorite maple syrup or a side of fresh sliced fruit for a satisfying morning feast.

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 tablespoons butter, divided into thirds
• 1 cup flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
• Maple syrup or fresh sliced fruit, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the Pan: Start by placing 1 tablespoon of butter in the air fryer baking pan. Set the air fryer temperature to 330°F (165°C) and allow the butter to melt for about 3 minutes.
2. Melt Remaining Butter: While the butter is melting in the air fryer, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. You can do this either in the microwave or on the stovetop. This butter will be used in the pancake batter.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix these dry ingredients together until well incorporated.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the milk, beaten egg, the 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredient mixture. Stir until the ingredients are combined, but avoid overmixing. It’s okay if the batter has a few lumps.
5. Assemble the Pancake: Pour the prepared batter over the melted butter in the air fryer baking pan. Ensure an even distribution of the batter.
6. Add the Nuts: Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the batter. The nuts will add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the pancake.
7. Cooking Process: Set the air fryer to cook for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the pancake comes out clean. Once the cooking time is complete, turn off the air fryer, close the machine, and allow the pancake to rest for 2 minutes.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the pancake from the pan and slice it into servings. Serve your walnut pancake warm, either drizzled with maple syrup or accompanied by fresh sliced fruit.

With minimal preparation and the convenience of an air fryer, this walnut pancake offers a satisfying breakfast option that combines the goodness of nuts with fluffy, moist pancake perfection. Enjoy a delightful morning indulgence without the fuss of traditional stovetop cooking.