Almond Flour Pancakes

A delicious almond flour pancakes recipe, made high protein and low in carbs. These delicious pancakes get a whole-grain flavor from added seeds, and have a soft and fluffy interior. It’s a perfect breakfast topped with berries and maple syrup!

Low Carb Pancakes with Almond Flour

Breakfast lovers, unite! Here is a healthy way to have your cake and eat it too. Pancakes, that is.

You’ll adore these almond flour pancakes because:

• They are lightly fried in coconut or olive oil, leaving the outsides with a slightly crispy edge, and the insides perfectly light and fluffy – the perfect pancake combo!
• Almond flour is high in protein and monounsaturated fats, and naturally very low in carbs and gluten free, making these a satiating choice. It is also naturally high in Vitamin E, a nutrient many people lack on a standard American diet. Higher intake of Vitamin E rich foods slows aging and reduces risk or heart disease and cancer.
• A variety of seeds adds a delicious nutty flavor and a “whole-grain” feel. I use hemp, chia and flax seeds for a nutritional punch – some omega 3s and fiber!
• They are quick to make (think 10 minutes!), and perfect for dressing up any way you like! Try berries, butter & maple syrup, or sweet ripe peach slices.

If you need a nut-free or egg free pancake recipe, try these vegan gluten free pancakes!

What You’ll Need for Easy Almond Flour Pancakes

The ingredients for these easy almond flour pancakes are things you can keep on hand at all times.

• Almond flour: I buy large bags at Costco to keep the cost down.
• Baking powder & sea salt
• Flax, chia, and hemp seeds: Use a combination or any 1 of these 3 superfood seeds.
• Coconut oil: Extra Virgin coconut oil has the best flavor and nutrition profile! You can also sub a mild tasting extra virgin olive oil.
• Eggs: Pastured and grass-fed eggs have substantially higher levels of Vitamins E and A, and 3 times the Omega 3s of conventional eggs.
• Coconut milk: Use the full fat kind usually found in cans. Pro Tip: Buy coconut milk in paper cartons, sold at Asian import stores or on Amazon. It has a much fresher and sweeter flavor, plus is great to use as a non-dairy coffee or tea creamer when you have leftovers (it doesn’t clump or harden like the canned kind).
• Maple Syrup: Make these lower in carbs and keto by using a high quality monk fruit sweetener (1-for-1) in this recipe.
• Vanilla: This is optional but adds a delicious layer of flavor!

How to Make Pancakes with Almond Flour

Step 1: In a small mixing bowl, add almond flour, baking powder, salt, and seeds. Mix the dry ingredients together well.

Step 2: In a medium sized bowl, add the eggs, and whisk. Add the coconut or olive oil, coconut milk, and vanilla, and whisk to combine. Add the baking powder and salt, and whisk to incorporate.

Step 3: Add the almond flour, and mix until just combined.

Step 4: Heat a skillet over medium high heat, and generously grease with coconut oil or a light tasting olive oil. Pour the batter into the skillet in 1/4 cup scoops.

Step 5: Allow the pancakes to brown until they begin to bubble on the top, then flip them and allow them to cook until golden brown on the other side.

Step 6: Top with berries, or serve with butter and maple syrup, as desired. Sliced peaches are also delicious!

Is Almond Flour Healthier than Wheat Flour

Regular (wheat) flour was kicked to the curb in my house years ago for several reasons:

• Wheat flour is high in carbs, meaning it gives you a quick burst of energy and then can leave you hungry.
• Refined wheat contains almost no fiber.
• Most wheat grown in the United States is GMO and sprayed with glyphosate, a pesticide linked to cancer. If you are going to eat wheat and oat products, be sure to check the source and buy organic!

Almond flour is my choice because:

• It’s the easiest gluten free flour to work with! In most recipes, you can swap wheat flour for almond flour 1-1 with little other changes.
• It’s high in fat and naturally sweet, meaning almond flour baking requires less added sugar for delicious tasting treats.
• Blanched almond flour has the appearance of wheat flour in baked goods, meaning my picky toddler eats it with no fuss.

Variations for this Healthy Pancake Recipe

No Seeds? No Problem: Simply omit the seeds in this recipe, or finely chop walnuts or pecans for a nutty twist.

Healthy Pancake Topping Suggestions:

• Keep syrups natural by choosing pure maple syrup or honey, and avoiding store bought fruit syrups.
• Use a homemade fruit syrup or homemade chia seed jam as an option.
• Fresh berries, sliced peaches, or chopped pears, depending on what fruit is seasonally available!
• Homemade whipped cream, using pastured or grass-fed heavy whipping cream. I leave my whipped cream unsweetened (try it!), or lightly sweeten it with monk fruit sweetener.

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