# Zucchini Bread Pancakes This Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancake Recipe Contains Summery Zucchini By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-08-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zucchini-bread-pancakes References: [ambitiouskitchen](http://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/2017/07/fluffy-whole-wheat-zucchini-bread-pancakes/) If you are looking for a way to change up how you enjoy a [classic American breakfast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-style-pancake-mix), this recipe for zucchini bread pancakes is a healthy yet indulgent way to do so. Created by Monique from the health food blog Ambitious Kitchen, the pancake recipe makes fluffy, [whole wheat flapjacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/einkorn-pancake-and-waffle-mix) that contain a little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg. Described as tasting like your favorite classic zucchini bread, the hotcakes can be made even more decadent with the addition of [chocolate chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choc-chips-pancakes) or pecans. The slightly sweet zucchini bread pancakes are made with whole wheat and are packed with fiber, making them a healthy and guilt-free morning meal. You can top the griddle cakes with traditional maple syrup or even opt for peanut or other nut butters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Breakfast Alternatives:** Opportunity for food companies to create healthier alternatives to classic breakfast dishes. - **Incorporating Vegetables in Unexpected Ways:** Opportunity for food innovators to create dishes that incorporate vegetables in unique and delicious ways. - **Indulgent Yet Nutritious Recipes:** Opportunity for chefs and recipe developers to create recipes that are both indulgent and nutritious. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food & Beverage:** Opportunity for food companies to develop and market innovative breakfast products. - **Restaurants:** Opportunity for restaurants to add unique and healthy breakfast options to their menus. - **Food Blogging:** Opportunity for food bloggers and influencers to create content around healthy and delicious breakfast recipes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hidden Veggie Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homestyle-pancake-mix.md) - [Cinnamon Toast-Infused Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-pancakes.md) - [Nutritious Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutritious-pancake-mix.md) - [Fruity Protein Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-protein-pancakes.md) - [Savory Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ojaswe-pancake-mix.md) - [Nutritious Miniature Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-waffles.md) - [Dessert-Filled Pancake Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-cheesecake-pancakes.md) - [Protein Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swolecakes.md) - [Grain-Free Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grainfree-pancake-mix.md)