Description
Experience the tropical delight of Toasted Coconut Macadamia Pancakes with Coconut Syrup, a dish that promises to elevate your breakfast or brunch gatherings. These fluffy pancakes are infused with the rich flavors of toasted coconut and macadamia nuts, topped with a decadent homemade coconut syrup that adds a sweet, creamy finish. Perfect for lazy mornings or special occasions, this recipe offers an easy way to bring a taste of paradise into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Sweetened Flaked Coconut
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Butter (melted plus extra for cooking)
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 3 Eggs
- 3 cups Buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
- 1/2 cup Chopped Macadamia Nuts
- 1 – 14 ounce Can Coconut Milk
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Light Karo Syrup
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and toast the sweetened coconut on a baking sheet for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour 1/2 cup of batter onto the skillet, sprinkle with toasted coconut, cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden.
- For the syrup: Combine coconut milk, sugar, and light syrup in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk and simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve pancakes warm topped with banana slices, additional toasted coconut, chopped macadamia nuts, and drizzle with coconut syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Allow pancake batter to rest for about 10 minutes before cooking for fluffier results. Experiment with toppings like fresh berries or different nuts for variations.