Malted Pancake Batter

Malted pancake batter is a rich, fluffy batter for pancakes that includes malted milk powder as a key ingredient. It typically combines flour, eggs, milk, a leavening agent, and the distinctive malt powder. This variation is popular in American diners and home kitchens, known for its deeper flavor and tender texture.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This batter is high in carbohydrates from the flour and sugar, with moderate fat from eggs and milk, and a modest amount of protein. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium and B vitamins, with a rough calorie estimate of 200-250 kcal per 1/2 cup of prepared batter (before cooking).

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	350 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg
Phosphorus	130 mg
Selenium	8 mcg

Per 1/2 cup prepared batter (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The addition of malted milk powder, originally a nutritional supplement, gives the pancakes a unique, slightly nutty and toasty sweetness that distinguishes them from standard buttermilk pancakes. Nutritionally, the malt adds a small boost of minerals and B vitamins, enhancing the batter's nutritional profile.