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The Best Fluffy, Easy, Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pancakes (Keto/Low-Carb Friendly)

Close-up of fluffy almond flour pancakes stacked and cut, showing the texture and drizzled with syrup.

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You can make light, fluffy almond flour pancakes that are naturally gluten-free and low-carb. This simple recipe gives you a satisfying breakfast without complex steps, helping you build confidence in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups fine blanched almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, separated into yolks and whites
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil, plus more for the griddle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1-2 tablespoons of a keto-friendly sweetener

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt. This is your dry mix.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolks, almond milk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine.
  4. In a clean, grease-free bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This step creates the fluffiness you want.
  5. Gently fold one-third of the beaten egg whites into the batter to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until no white streaks remain. Work gently to keep the air in the batter.
  6. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes. This allows the almond flour to absorb the liquid fully.
  7. Heat a non-stick griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.
  8. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and set in the center. Do not press down on the pancakes while cooking.
  9. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest results, ensure your egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks and fold them in carefully.
  • Use fine blanched almond flour, not almond meal, for the best texture in this gluten free pancake recipe.
  • If you want a slightly sweeter pancake, add a keto-friendly sweetener to the batter in Step 3.

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