Make light, fluffy almond flour pancakes that are naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly. This simple recipe delivers delicious results for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
Author:julianmaxwell
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:15 min
Total Time:25 min
Yield:6 pancakes (2 servings) 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Griddle Cooking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups fine almond flour
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy-free milk)
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Sweetener to taste (e.g., erythritol or stevia for keto)
Instructions
Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour and baking powder. Add the salt and any sweetener you use.
Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until slightly frothy. Add the almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
Combine batters: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until you have a smooth batter. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine.
Rest the batter (The Fluff Trick): Let the batter sit for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the almond flour to absorb the liquid fully, which helps create a lighter texture.
Heat the griddle: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
Cook the pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
Flip and finish: Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For the fluffiest almond flour pancakes, make sure your baking powder is fresh. Old baking powder will result in flat pancakes.
Use fine, blanched almond flour, not almond meal, for the best texture.
If the batter seems too thick after resting, add one teaspoon of almond milk at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency.
These pancakes are naturally low carb and keto breakfast ideas, but check your sweetener’s carb count if strictly tracking.