Show someone a little love with a batch of Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes for a delicious & healthy, but decadent breakfast! A simple recipe that's gluten-free & vegan so the love can be shared with all!
***This post has been updated in July 2016. Original writing stands***
Valentine's Day is just 3 days away (2 if you don't count today), but the lovey-dovey recipes have been popping up in the blog world for weeks now. I am jumping on the bandwagon and posting one of my own today! I received some heart-shaped pancakes molds for Christmas and thought it would be the perfect "love-filled" breakfast inspiration for a Valentine's Day recipe.
I made these pancakes, or"heartcakes", the first time in December and then had to hold myself back from posting them so I could use it as my V-Day surprise for you! This is a single-serve recipe, but you could easily make two batches and share one with your Valentine...or just eat both yourself (I won't judge)! So in traditional vegan, gluten-free, healthy pancake style, I give you my Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes!
Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes
Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes
Show someone a little love with a batch of Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes for a delicious & healthy, but decadent breakfast! A simple pancake recipe that's gluten-free, nut-free, single-serve, & vegan so the love can be shared with all!
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 TB All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour
- 2 TB Buckwheat Flour
- 1 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- ½ Tsp Baking Powder
- 1 Tsp Ener-G Egg Replacer
- ¼ Tsp Raspberry Extract
- ⅓ Cup + 1 TB of Water
- 3 TB of Frozen or Fresh Raspberries (plus more for topping)
- Heart-Shaped Pancake Molds
- Chocolate Stevia Syrup (to top)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all dry ingredients together, then add the water, extract, and raspberries.
- Mix until you have a nice smooth batter and let it sit while you heat up a non-stick pan.
- Heat a greased skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Grease your heart molds with oil as well (if you don't have one, just make regular pancakes.)
- Place the mold in the center of the pan and then pour in about ⅓ of the batter to the mold.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges seem dry, about 2 minutes. Lift the mold off (you may need to push the edges a bit with a knife) and flip with a spatula to cook the other side, about another 2 minutes.
- Repeat for the rest of the batter. Then top with more raspberries and chocolate stevia syrup if desired!
Are you one of those Valentine's Day haters? I have never had a problem with this "media/marketing sensationalized" holiday. It is what it is; just a reminder to express some love to your loved one(s). It reminds you to slow down and show them that even though you might not show your love every day, you do love them through and through. But keep it simple: a bunch of flowers, a box of sweets, a simple hand-written letter, a date night, or these heartcakes. Even if it's simple, it will still be appreciated...and if not...maybe you should ditch the person 😉
So tell me:
+ Are you making a special Valentine's Day meal this year? I have a great new dinner recipe for you guys tomorrow! So if you are stuck on what to make, I've got you covered 😉
+ Are you a Valentine's Day hater?
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Erin
What a cute & healthy Valentine's treat!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Deborah Davis
How cute are these! I would love to pamper my honey with these yummy and pretty Chocolate Raspberry Heartcakes!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
He would love it!
Nikki
Not a Valentine's Day lover or hater. I'm pretty ambivalent about it actually. But if I had some of these chocolate raspberry heart cakes I know I'd be all in on Valentine's Day! These look so delicious pinning so that we can have them soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, it will turn anyone into a die-hard fan!
Cristina @ I Say Nomato
I swear your gluten free recipes are magic! They always look so incredible - gluten-free has come a lonnnnng way. These are adorable!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you Cristina!
Sherry Nappa
Chocolate and raspberries - two of my favorite ingredients! These heartcakes look so delish.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Cathy Lawdanski
Chocolate heart shaped pancakes. What could be better? Those look so good.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Not sure much can!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition
I love your heart cake recipes!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Edye
These look so yummy! I love that they're vegan 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Charlene Asay
Yum, these look super yummy.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Debbie
Chocolate and raspberry is such an excellent combination. These look delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It sure is!
Mother of 3
Looks so yummy! I love the combo of chocolate and raspberry! Pinned.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Laura
Chocolate and raspberry is always a winning combo and these are so cute! I have a heart shaped waffle maker and I love making stuff in it just for the shape:)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Now THAT would be a fun waffle!
Sarah Zerbe
These look delicious I must try them ASAP
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you do!
Farrah
I reallyyy need to go back and revamp my old recipes!
In other news, these look amazing + I love chocolate and raspberry together. Pancake date!?!?!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Literally, when the new photos are up and the recipe is updated...it feels SO good!
Stop by my house and I will prepare a pancake FEAST 😉
Farrah
hahaha, let me know when you're free! 😀 A meetup would be awesome-sauce!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I am always free 😉 But when are you, busy bee, free? That is the question!
Francesca - From Pennies to Pounds
This looks delicious! Even better that it's gluten free too. I will definitely be making this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy them!
Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog
Love the hearts, what a great Valentine's Day breakfast!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Right? Love those molds!
eat good 4 life
These are healthy, right up my alley. I wish I could have a couple right about now!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thanks friend 🙂
Christie
We recently made heart shaped pancakes. So easy and cute. I love your chocolate and raspberry combination though. That would be my favorite
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Heart pancakes are the best! Haha!
Deborah Smikle-Davis
Hi Rebecca,
Healthy, vegan, heart-shaped pancakes! Pure joy!
Thank you so much for sharing this helpful and delicious recipe on the Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Blog Hop! I appreciate it!
All the best, Deborah
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Deb!
Suzanne Burke (@suzanneburke_)
Gluten free deliciousness! I'm sure you didn't have any trouble finding a Valentine with those as your offering! 🙂 Thanks for sharing! #SITSBlogging (I'm a day late leaving a comment! Have a great weekend!)
Strength and Sunshine
Thank you so much Suzanne! My Valentine was...myself, haha! More for me right 😛
Marla
What a neat idea to make valentine pancakes and I love you healthy recipe. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Friday. Have a wonderful healthy day!
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks Marla!
Baked Chicago (@bakedchicago)
Raspberry and chocolate is one of my all-time favorite flavor combinations. #SITSBlogging
Strength and Sunshine
Well these heartcakes look like a match made in heaven for you!
Davida @The Healthy Maven
Thanks for linking up to the bake-off!!! If I wasn't babysitting my niece and nephew this morning I'd definitely be making these! Unfortunately my nephew only eats cheerios and my niece has no teeth hehe. But I hope you have a fab vday! What better way to spread the love than with pancakes!
Strength and Sunshine
Haha well you can just feed them some mashed up raspberries instead....or maybe next year 😉 Pancakes are a labor of love! Have a beautiful day Davida and thank you for the lovely recipe share 🙂 XOXO
Britni Newton Vigil
Those look fantastic! Thanks for sharing on the weekend re-Treat link party.
Britni @ Play. Party. Pin.
Strength and Sunshine
Thank you 🙂
kristenk
These look so yummy! I don't have a heart shaped mold so I always make my batter thick and then try to pour them in a heart-ish shape. They actually turn out pretty good! I love that these are chocolate so I might use this recipe next time!
Strength and Sunshine
What ever works right! I saw these adorable teddy bear molds and other fun shapes by the same company that I so need to snag! Haha teddy bears would be the bomb! Definitely need a mold for them though 😉
lovenataliemarie
Pancakes are the perfect treat for Valentines Day. 🙂
I love Valentines day; it makes me all happy to see how lovey dovey everything is. I do however agree that you should treat your partner not just on one day. It's more meaningful. <3
Strength and Sunshine
Yup, definitely agree with you there! Love them all the time not just some of the time 😉
Presley
Well you win for most adorable Valentine’s Day pancakes. Hands down.
Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thank you Presley! It's all thanks to the molds 😉
Kristy @ Southern In Law
Yum!! I'm not a V-Day hater but we don't really celebrate Valentines Day. If we do, we'll do something before or after valentines day to avoid the crazy crowds and inflated prices 😛
Strength and Sunshine
That's a great idea! I still think the best thing is to just spend a relaxing night at home with your loved one!
Heather @ The Soulful Spoon
Cute recipe Rebecca!:) Thanks for sharing<3<3<3
Strength and Sunshine
Haha, thanks Heather 🙂
popcosmo
This looks great and love that they are gluten free! And simple to make special with the heart molds. Thanks for the idea!!! (stopping by early from SITS since I'll be traveling Friday!)
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks for stopping by 🙂 I'm glad your got some inspiration from them 🙂
GiGi Eats Celebrities
I would love to be your VALENTINE - especially if you're feeding me those! 😉
Strength and Sunshine
Haha awesome! Come to the Pancake party I mentioned below 😉
eatgreatbegreat
A perfectly fitting meal for the season! I love the hearts, and of course, I love the recipe! Chocolate and raspberry is one of my favorite combos. So tasty!
Strength and Sunshine
The heart shape makes them so fun!
kelsnsher
Oh yummy, I’ll be your valentine if there will be more of these lol I am the worst at Vday, I like it but I’ve never wanted the big gesture…actually that prob makes me pretty awesome lol j/k
Strength and Sunshine
Haha I love making pancakes so I'll make them for you anytime! Pancake V-Day party! 😉
GiGi Eats Celebrities
TOTALLY CRASHING this PAR-TAY!
Fit Radiance
Yum! Great idea with the heart molds 🙂 I'm not hugely into valentines day, but do love any excuse to cook a nice meal and get a box of chocolates! Haha 😛
Fit Radiance
Yum! Such a cute idea with the moulds 🙂 I've never been hugely into Valentines Day, but do enjoy any excuse to cook a nice meal and get a box of chocolates! Haha 😛
Strength and Sunshine
Thanks girl! Haha, that is a plus 😉