Blueberry pancakes or waffles
Blueberry pancakes or waffles are fluffy, sweet breakfast treats made from a batter of flour, eggs, milk, and sugar, studded with fresh or frozen blueberries. They are a staple of American and Canadian breakfast cuisine, often served stacked or in a waffle iron pattern. The dish is typically enjoyed hot with toppings like maple syrup, butter, or whipped cream.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the flour and added sugars, with a moderate amount of fat from butter or oil in the batter and toppings. It provides key nutrients like calcium from milk, antioxidants from blueberries, and a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 kcal per serving without heavy syrups.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 70 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg |
Per 2 medium pancakes (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, blueberry pancakes are a symbol of a classic, comforting North American breakfast, often associated with weekend family meals or diners. Nutritionally, the blueberries add a burst of antioxidants and fiber, making it a slightly more nutritious option than plain pancakes.
