Minnesota Wild Rice Pancakes

Minnesota wild rice pancakes are a hearty and flavorful twist on a classic breakfast favorite, adding a deliciously nutty texture to every bite. Perfect with maple syrup or fresh berries, these pancakes celebrate the earthy flavor of locally grown wild rice!

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Shopping list:

• milk
• egg
• vegetable oil
• vanilla extract
• all purpose flour
• granulated sugar
• baking powder
• baking soda
• salt
• cooked wild rice

I'm back with the next wild rice recipe!! This one turned out to be one of my favorites. I'm not a huge fan of pancakes, but these wild rice pancakes definitely hit the spot! 

I enjoyed them warm with butter and syrup, and also cold and plain for a snack. The nutty, slightly chewy texture of the wild rice adds something special, making these pancakes extra hearty and satisfying.  

Made with locally grown Minnesota wild rice, these pancakes bring a unique twist to a classic breakfast favorite. The wild rice adds depth of flavor and a wholesome, rustic feel that pairs perfectly with maple syrup, rhubarb syrup, fresh berries, or even a dollop of whipped butter. 

Whether you're serving them up for a cozy weekend brunch or making a batch to enjoy throughout the week, these wild rice pancakes are a delicious way to highlight one of Minnesota’s most treasured ingredients!

Pancakes are always a hit at my house! If you need some new pancake recipes, try my Mini Strawberry Pancakes or Cornmeal Pancakes!

Minnesota wild rice is something that's always in my pantry and something I use often! My favorite wild rice recipes are Wild Rice Porridge or Minnesota Wild Rice Hotdish!

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Recipe tips and substitution ideas:

• These pancakes can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days. They can also be frozen for up to two months. Once cooled, freeze in a freezer bag or airtight container with layers of parchment paper in between. Reheat from the refrigerator or from frozen in the toaster or microwave.

• If you don't want to make homemade batter, just add wild rice to your favorite boxed mix.

• You can cook your own wild rice for this recipe, or use store bought cooked wild rice.

Our favorite kitchen equipment and supplies used with this recipe:

• Cooks Standard Nonstick Square Griddle Pan
• Presto 22-inch Electric Griddle
• OXO Good Grips 7-Piece Nesting Measuring Beaker Set
• Pyrex Tinted Glass Mixing Bowls Set
• OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Silicone Whisk Set 

Yield 8 pancakes

Author Hot Eats and Cool Reads

Prep time

10 Min

Cook time

4 Min

Total time

14 Min

Minnesota Wild Rice Pancakes

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup cooked wild rice

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, oil and vanilla until combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt until combined.
3. Add the wet mixture to the dry, gently whisk until the batter is just combined. Fold in cooked wild rice until just combined.
4. Preheat a lightly greased griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
5. Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the heated surface for each pancake. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles start to form, then flip, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
6. Transfer to a platter, then repeat with remaining batter, if needed.

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