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Lemon Chia Seed Pancakes

Lemon Chia Seed Pancakes

Craving a refreshing breakfast? Try these Lemon Chia Seed Pancakes topped with roasted strawberries! They are fluffy, flavorful, and a delightful twist on a classic dish. Perfect for brunch or a light breakfast any day of the week.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Fresh Strawberries Hulled and cut in half.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar in the Raw
  • 2 cups White Whole Wheat Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • Zest of 2 large Lemons
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Buttermilk
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Chia Seeds
  • Land O Lakes® Butter with Canola Oil For serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. Toss to combine. Pour strawberries on a greased baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes. Stir the strawberries and roast for an additional 7-10 minutes, until the strawberries are soft and juicy.
  2. 2. While the strawberries are roasting, make the pancakes. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub together with your fingers until lemon is fragrant.
  3. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar/lemon mixture, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla. Add wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir just until combined. Do not over mix. Gently stir in the chia seeds.
  4. 4. Heat a griddle or pan to medium low heat. Coat with cooking spray. Drop about a ¼ cup of batter onto heated skillet. Cook until surface of pancakes have some bubbles and a few have burst, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip carefully with a spatula, and cook until browned on the underside, 1 to 2 minutes more. Continue making pancakes until the batter is gone. Serve warm with Land O Lakes® Butter with Canola Oil and roasted strawberries.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Keep leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat them in the toaster or microwave before serving.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze pancakes for up to two months. Stack them with parchment paper in between to prevent sticking.
  • Tip 3: These pancakes go wonderfully with a side of crispy bacon or a fresh fruit salad for a balanced breakfast.
  • Tip 4: Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference. You can also use honey or maple syrup for a different sweetness.
  • Tip 5: Add some blueberries or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor variations.