Breadfruit Pancakes with Pandan Syrup
Fluffy pancakes made with mashed breadfruit, offering a slightly nutty and sweet flavor, served with a fragrant homemade pandan syrup.

๐ง Ingredients
- 500 g Breadfruit(cooked and mashed)
- 150 g All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 50 g Sugar
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 200 ml Milk
- 50 g Melted butter(plus extra for cooking)
- 5 stalks Pandan leaves(fresh or frozen, chopped)
- 200 ml Water(for syrup)
- 100 g Sugar(for syrup)
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
Cook the breadfruit until tender (boil or bake). Once cooled slightly, mash it thoroughly until smooth. You should have about 2 cups of mashed breadfruit.
๐ก Tip: Ensure the breadfruit is completely mashed to avoid lumps. - 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed breadfruit, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
๐ก Tip: Sifting the dry ingredients can help create a lighter pancake. - 3
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
๐ก Tip: Ensure the butter is not too hot when adding to the eggs. - 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
๐ก Tip: Overmixing can lead to tough pancakes. - 5
Prepare the pandan syrup: Combine chopped pandan leaves, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant. Strain the syrup and set aside.
๐ก Tip: Bruising the pandan leaves before chopping can release more flavor. - 6
Heat a lightly greased griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
๐ก Tip: A non-stick pan is ideal for pancakes. - 7
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot griddle. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
๐ก Tip: Flip the pancakes when you see bubbles forming on the surface. - 8
Serve the pancakes warm, drizzled generously with the pandan syrup.
๐ก Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โIf the batter is too thick, add a little more milk.
- โFor a richer flavor, use coconut milk instead of regular milk.
- โEnsure the breadfruit is fully cooked and mashed smoothly for the best pancake texture.
โจ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the pancake batter.
- Serve with fresh tropical fruits like mango or papaya.
- For a sweeter syrup, increase the sugar quantity.