Coconut Porter Pancakes: Fluffy, Malty, and Toasted With Coconut & Dark Beer Flavor

Coconut Porter Pancakes bring bold, roasty malt and sweet tropical toast to the breakfast table — soft, rich pancakes made with coconut porter and loaded with shredded coconut for chew and warmth.

They’re a morning indulgence with brewery soul, perfect for weekend brunches, beer lovers, or a breakfast that eats like dessert (and drinks like it too).

Ingredients (Serves 4 — makes 8 pancakes)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for topping)
• 2 tbsp sugar or brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 egg
• ¾ cup coconut milk (or regular milk)
• ½ cup coconut porter (or other porter with subtle sweetness)
• 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Whisk dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix flour, shredded coconut, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, beer, melted butter/oil, and vanilla.
3. Combine: Pour wet into dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Let the batter rest 5–10 minutes for extra fluff.
4. Cook: Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease and pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, then flip and finish.
5. Serve: Stack and top with maple syrup, toasted coconut, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Flavor Variations

• Add pineapple chunks or lime zest for a tropical twist
• Use chocolate porter for a deeper, dessert-like version
• Swirl with coconut cream and crushed macadamia nuts
• Serve mini stacks for a tiki brunch board

Beer Suggestions

In the Batter

• Coconut porter (ideal)
• Vanilla porter or chocolate porter for backup
• Avoid bitter or dry stouts — sweetness and smoothness work best

In Your Glass

• Same porter used in the batter
• Milk stout for extra body
• Fruited dark ale (like cherry or raspberry porter) for a flavor contrast
• Coffee porter if you want that breakfast-coffee-beer energy

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with bacon, fried plantains, or crispy hash browns
• Serve with a coconut stout glaze or beer caramel drizzle
• Make a brunch dessert by topping with ice cream and crushed nuts

Final Thoughts

Coconut Porter Pancakes are a warm, flavorful mash-up of beer bar and brunch table — malty, tropical, and rich without being heavy. If you’re into dark beer and coconut anything, these are your next must-make stack.

Cheers to toasted coconut, malty richness, and beer in every fluffy bite! 🥥🍺🥞🔥

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