My Favorite Almond Flour Pancakes are gluten-free and easy-to-make! Perfect for the weekend mornings.
There are two very good reasons why I love making these almond flour pancakes. One, they are gluten-free. Two, I use almond extract—which gives these pancakes a really nice almond flavor.
Furthermore, this recipe works with add-ins such as blueberries, chocolate chips, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Ingredients You Will Need
The ingredients listed are in no particular order.
Almond Flour | Make sure to use blanched almond flour for this recipe. |
Corn Starch | Almond flour does not absorb liquid well. Corn starch is there to soak up any liquid that the almond flour can’t. |
Eggs | Will help bind the pancakes since there is no gluten. |
Milk | Feel free to use your favorite milk of choice. Almond milk would be quite ideal, wouldn’t ya say!? |
Maple Syrup | Pure maple syrup will add that additional all-natural sweetness we crave in pancakes. It will go in the batter and on top. |
Almond Extract | Using almond extract instead of vanilla is completely necessary for this recipe. It adds a really nice almond flavor. |
Other Essential Ingredients | Baking powder, to help them rice and fluff-up. Kosher salt to balance out the sweetness. |
How To Make Pancakes With Almond Flour
I am so excited to share with you how easy these healthy pancakes are to make!
- First, in a large mixing bowl, add all of the wet ingredients together and whisk until homogenized liquid forms. Set the bowl aside.
- When ready, in a separate mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients. Whisk to combine.
- Next, add the dry ingredients with the wet. Fold and mix to combine. Do not be afraid to over-mix, there is no gluten in here. Set the batter aside on the countertop for 10 minutes to rest.
- Finally, heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. I find that almond flour pancakes do not thrive on high-heat.
- Grease the pan, then add about 1/3 cup of batter. Cook for about 2 minutes or until the bottom is nicely golden brown.
- Flip and continue to cook for an additional minute.
- Repeat the process until all pancakes have been made.
Pancake Tips
- Make sure to separate your wet ingredients from the dry ingredients.
- Use a cast-iron pan to create those crispy edges.
- Grease your cast-iron pan well with butter, coconut oil, or grease of choice.
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes. This will help soften the almond flour and thicken the batter.
- Make sure to cook these pancakes on medium-low heat. Wipe out the pan after each cooked pancake if cooking one-by-one or after each batch.
More Delicious Recipes Using Almond Flour
- Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Chocolate Truffle Recipe with Coconut and Pecans
- Paleo Pumpkin Bread
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins with Orange
- Almond Flour Muffins (Protein-Packed!) Detoxinista
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Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ tsp almond extract
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ almond milk or milk of choice
Dry Ingredients
- 1 and ½ cups blanched almond flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot flour for paleo
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Enough grass-fed gee or coconut oil for greasing the pan.
Optional add-ins (either or)
- ⅓ cup of chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add all of the wet ingredients together and whisk until homogenized liquid forms. Set the wet ingredients aside.
- When ready, in a separate mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients. Whisk to combine.
- Next, add the dry ingredients with the wet. Fold and mix to combine. Do not be afraid to over-mix, there is no gluten in here. Set the batter aside on the countertop for 10 minutes to rest. Resting the batter will ensure the pancakes are nice and fluffy.
- Finally, heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. I find that almond flour pancakes do not thrive on high-heat. Once heated, dollop or spray grease of choice all over the pan. Next, add about 1/3 cup of batter ( I like to use my measuring cup for this part).
- Then, cook for about 2 minutes or until the bottom is nicely golden brown. Flip and continue to cook for an additional minute.
- Repeat the process until all pancakes have been made.
- Serve with fresh blueberries on top and warm maple syrup.
Notes
- If the pancakes are getting browner faster than the insides are cooked, the heat is too high.
- If the pancakes are not fluffy and tender, chances are the batter didn’t rest long enough.
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Comments & Reviews
Paula says
This recipe was delicious! I used almond milk and added in some cinnamon. The texture was still light and fluffy, definitely will make it again!