Tiganites: Greek Pancakes

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while adding a nutty flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical taste and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with added flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

In a big bowl, combine 2 cups of lukewarm water, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast.

Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to the yeast mixture.

Whisk the mixture together until smooth, ensuring it has a thin batter consistency.

Set the batter aside for 20-30 minutes to rise slightly.

For the topping, mix 1 cup of chopped walnuts with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves.

Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and coat the bottom with light olive oil.

Test the oil temperature with a small amount of batter; it should bubble up when ready.

Using a small ice cream scoop, drop scoops of batter into the hot oil, frying for a few minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the tiganitas from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with honey or maple syrup and the walnut mixture.

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