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Black Sesame Pancakes

These Black Sesame Pancakes are fluffy, nutty, and subtly sweet with a rich toasted flavor that makes them feel a little extra special for breakfast. Made with a simple flax egg and creamy black sesame paste, these plant-based pancakes have a beautiful deep color and a slightly earthy, nutty taste that pairs perfectly with maple syrup and a touch of raspberry spread.

This recipe comes together in about 40 minutes and uses pantry-friendly ingredients, making it an easy yet unique breakfast option. The black sesame paste adds both flavor and richness while keeping the pancakes soft and tender. A splash of plant-based milk helps create a smooth batter that cooks up into perfectly fluffy pancakes.

I love serving these stacked high with maple syrup, raspberry spread, and an extra dollop of black sesame paste for an extra hit of nutty flavor. The sweet-tart raspberry balances the deep sesame notes beautifully, making every bite feel cozy and indulgent.

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Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins
Servings 7
Description


Fully Plant-based
Makes ~7 small pancakes

Ingredients
    Flax Egg
  • 1 Tbsp Flaxseed Meal
  • 3 Tbsp Water
    • Black Sesame Pancake Batter
  • 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Tbsp Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Black Sesame Paste
  • 1 Cup Plant-Based Milk (I used Maïzly's Original Corn Milk)
  • 2 Tbsp Plant-Based Milk (I used Maïzly's Original Corn milk)
  • 1 Tbsp Neutral Oil
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
    • For Serving
  • Maple Syrup
  • Raspberry Spread
  • Black Sesame Dollop
Instructions
  1. Make Flax Egg

    Mix flaxseed meal with water.
    Let sit 5 minutes until thickened.

  2. Make Pancake Batter

    Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
    In another bowl, mix plant milk, black sesame paste, oil, vanilla, and flax egg until smooth.
    Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
    Stir until just combined (don’t overmix).

  3. Cook Pancakes

    Heat a lightly oiled nonstick pan over medium heat.
    Pour about 1/3 cup batter per pancake.
    Cook until bubbles form and edges set, about 3 minutes.
    Flip and cook 1–2 minutes.

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