Toasted Coconut Macadamia Pancakes (Print)

Fluffy pancakes with toasted coconut, macadamia nuts, and luscious coconut syrup for a vibrant start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
02 - 4 cups flour
03 - 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup melted butter (plus extra for cooking)
06 - 1/4 cup sugar
07 - 3 eggs
08 - 3 cups buttermilk
09 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Toppings

10 - 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
11 - Sliced bananas

→ Coconut Syrup

12 - 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk (not lite)
13 - 1/2 cup sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons light Karo syrup
15 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 250°F. Spread coconut on a large baking sheet and toast for about 18-20 minutes or until golden. Alternatively, set the oven to broil and toast the coconut for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
02 - In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
03 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Test readiness by sprinkling water on the pan; if it spatters, the temperature is right. Grease with butter or non-stick cooking spray. Pour 1/2 cup of batter onto the pan and sprinkle with toasted coconut. When bubbles form on the surface, flip to cook the other side. Reduce heat as needed to prevent over-browning. Serve warm.
04 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine canned coconut milk, sugar, light Karo syrup, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the mixture starts to simmer and thicken. Remove from heat and serve.
05 - Top pancakes with sliced bananas, coconut syrup, macadamia nuts, and remaining toasted coconut. Serve immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Toast coconut in small batches if using the broil method to avoid burning.