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Copycat IHOP Pancake Recipe (Without Buttermilk)

If you love IHOP pancakes but need a dairy-free version, you're in the right place! This copycat IHOP pancake recipe without buttermilk delivers fluffy pancakes every time. 
Course Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword ihop pancake recipe without buttermilk
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Rest time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 pancakes
Calories 125kcal
Author Cindy Newland with Intentionally Eat

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp sugar or allulose
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare Vegan Buttermilk - In a medium bowl, mix plant milk and vinegar to prepare buttermilk alternative. Let sit for 5 minutes to curdle slightly.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients - In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt).
  • Prepare Batter - Add vanilla extract to the vegan buttermilk. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until combined. Let the pancake batter rest for 5 minutes.
  • Cook - Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with oil. Pour ¼ cup batter onto the pan, forming 5-inch circles. * See the pro tip below for making perfect circles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on top. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  • Serve and Enjoy! -Transfer pancakes to a baking sheet and keep warm in a 200°F oven while cooking the rest. Serve with warm syrup, crunchy plant based granola, fresh berries, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, vegan powdered sugar, jam, or peanut butter drizzled on top of the pancake.

Notes

The Nutritional Information is only an estimate based on the basic recipe with allulose and not the optional ingredients. The accuracy of this recipe may differ depending on the ingredients you use.
 

Tips for Making IHOP Pancakes Without Buttermilk

  • Batter Rest - Letting the batter sit enhances the texture.
  • Medium-Low Heat - Prevents burning and gives you a soft, airy center.
  • Vegan Buttermilk - Allow the buttermilk alternative to sit and curdle for more flavorful pancakes.
  • Perfect Circles: Lightly grease a 5-inch round cookie cutter or egg ring, place it on your skillet, and pour the pancake batter inside. Let it cook for about 30 seconds, then gently lift the ring to let the batter spread slightly and continue cooking. This ensures evenly shaped, round pancakes just like IHOP!

How to Store Pancakes

To store pancakes properly and keep them fresh, follow these steps:
  • Refrigerate: Store cooked pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
     
  • Freeze: Place pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze for an hour, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
     
  • Reheat: In the toaster or oven at 350 degrees for 5 minutes for the best texture.
     

Serving Suggestions

You can serve these Copycat IHOP pancakes with a variety of toppings. Here are a few ways I enjoy them:
 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g