COCONUT PEANUT BUTTER PANCAKES

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I love peanut and if I could I would eat it every other day. Whether it's whole roasted peanuts or smooth peanut butter, I just love this stuff! Reminds me of when we were young back in the 80's when peanut butter was a new thing and it was a reserve of the "wadosi" (rich folk), we would really envy those kids who came with bread slices smeared withe the peanut butter while we had plain toasts, seems ridiculous but when you are a kid in kindergarten you always think that the other kids have better lunches or tea break snacks. Then came this advert for the skippy peanut butter, we would always sing along to it and really bug mum about buying 'skippy peanut butter'. Well she gave in and bought us the peanut butter, what? You'd think we had won the lottery! Needless to say, after that it was a regular addition to our breakfast and we thoroughly enjoyed making the other kids jealous and even bribing them with 'if you don't let me in the game, I won't give you my skippy peanut butter bread', nice memories hehehe. To bring back those memories, I though I would make peanut butter pancakes and add more deliciousness by adding coconut. Those two flavours just work wonders on your pallet.

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour

1 Cup Milk

1 Tablespoon Sugar

1/4 Tablespoon Salt

2 Tablespoon Baking Powder

3 Tablespoon Crunchy Peanut Butter

1 Tablespoon Desiccated Coconut

METHOD

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a bowl

Pour in the milk, desiccated coconut, peanut butter and whisk until a smooth thick batter forms

Heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the pan, allow pancake to Cook until bubbles start to form at the top which becomes glossy

Flip pancake and cook second side until golden brown

Enjoy

COCONUT PEANUT BUTTER PANCAKES

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 10 Minutes
Cook time: 15 Minutes
Total time: 25 Minutes
Ingredients

• 1 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour
• 1 Cup Milk
• 1 Tablespoon Sugar
• 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
• 2 Tablespoons Baking Powder
• 3 Tablespoons Crunchy Peanut Butter
• 1 Tablespoon Desiccated Coconut

Cooking Directions

1. Sift flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a bowl. Pour in the milk, desiccated coconut, peanut butter and whisk until a smooth thick batter forms
2. Heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the pan, allow pancake to Cook until bubbles start to form at the top which becomes glossy
3. Flip pancake and cook second side until golden brown 

FAQs — Coconut Peanut Butter Pancakes

Q: Are these pancakes gluten-free?
A: The standard recipe uses all-purpose flour, which contains gluten. However, you can substitute with gluten-free flour blends to make them gluten-free.

Q: Can I make these pancakes vegan?
A: Yes! Use plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk and substitute eggs with flax or chia eggs to make the recipe vegan-friendly.

Q: Are these pancakes high in protein?
A: Yes, the peanut butter adds a good amount of protein, making these pancakes more filling and nutritious than traditional versions.

Q: Can I freeze these pancakes?
A: Absolutely! Once cooked and cooled, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Reheat in a toaster or microwave when ready to eat.

Q: Are these pancakes suitable for people with nut allergies?
A: No, because peanut butter is a key ingredient. For nut allergies, consider replacing peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or another safe alternative.

Q: How do I keep the pancakes from sticking to the pan?
A: Use a non-stick skillet or lightly grease your pan with oil or butter and cook over medium heat to prevent sticking.

Q: Can I add extra coconut flavor?
A: Yes, you can add shredded coconut to the batter or top the pancakes with toasted coconut flakes for enhanced flavor and texture.

Nutrition Card 

Per Pancake (1 medium pancake)

Nutrient	Amount	Notes
Calories	210 kcal	Energy-rich from peanut butter and coconut
Protein	7 g	Peanut butter contributes most protein
Carbohydrates	22 g	From flour, coconut, and natural sugars
Sugars	6 g	Includes natural sugars from coconut and any added sweeteners
Total Fat	12 g	Healthy fats from peanut butter and coconut
Saturated Fat	3.5 g	From coconut and peanut butter
Fiber	3 g	Dietary fiber from coconut and whole grain flour (if used)
Sodium	180 mg	From baking powder and added salt
Vitamins & Minerals	Contains magnesium, potassium, and vitamin E

Dietary Information Table 

Diet Type	Suitable?	Notes
Vegetarian	✅ Yes	Contains no meat or gelatin
Vegan	✅ Possible	Use plant-based milk and egg substitutes
Gluten-Free	✅ Possible	Substitute with gluten-free flour blend
Dairy-Free	✅ Possible	Use plant-based milk and oil substitutes
Nut-Free	❌ No	Contains peanut butter, not suitable for nut allergies
Low Carb	❌ No	Contains flour and natural sugars
Keto	❌ No	Too high in carbs due to flour and sugar

Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.

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