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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast/Brunch

    Coconut Flour Pancakes {Gluten and Wheat-Free, Low Carb- Keto Option}

    Published: Apr 8, 2022 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Light and fluffy Coconut Flour Pancakes! Low carb and gluten free.

    Light, fluffy and naturally gluten free and low carb, these Coconut Flour Pancakes make a delicious and easy breakfast. They are extremely simple to make and freeze really well too for those busy mornings that you don't have time to make anything.

    Coconut Flour Pancakes  on a white plate with blackberries on top.

    Even those that aren't on a gluten free and wheat free diet will LOVE these pancakes!  These were such a huge hit with the family, even my picky little guy.

    These coconut flour pancakes are incredibly freezer friendly. Every time I make them I make a double, triple or quadruple batch and freeze some for later. It is a huge time save on those busy mornings.

    The secret to staying on track with your healthy/low carb/gluten free lifestyle is to be prepared with your meals. I have one day a week (usually Sundays) where I prepare a bunch of healthy meals to get ready for the week.

    If you are looking for some other healthy pancake recipes, you will love these Lemon Chia Pancakes, Apple Cinnamon Pancakes, Strawberry Vanilla Pancakes and these Gingerbread Pancakes. All of these would be even more delicious with some Apple Chai Latte, Chamomile Latte and my Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate!

    Why You Should Make These Coconut Flour Pancakes

    One thing about eating a gluten free diet is that most of the foods' texture can be kind of tricky. And baking and cooking delicious gluten free foods can also be quite challenging as well.

    I have made other gluten free pancakes before and they were either flat and thin or too dense and heavy. I wanted these to resemble and taste most like regular, delicious, fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

    And I think they really do.

    I think the most important part of this recipe is using coconut flour. Many people that eat low carb or gluten free tend to think that coconut flour and almond flour can be interchangeable.

    This is completely untrue. About 1 cup almond flour is equal to only ¼ cup coconut flour and you need to add more liquid and eggs with the coconut flour recipes.

    I know, it sounds very complicated and that is because it is. You just can't substitute one for the other.

    As you will see I only use 3 tablespoons of coconut flour in this recipe, which is not a lot but just enough to complement the liquid ingredients in here. 

    Close up picture of coconut flor pancakes on a white plate.

    Recipe Tips

    Feel free to add some shredded coconut or some other chopped fruit or berries to the batter to add some more flavor.  You can easily customize this recipe to suit your needs and taste.

    My kids love these with chocolate chips mixed in the batter (shocker) which is always a hit. I like to use the allergy friendly chocolate chips that are gluten free, dairy free and began or sugar free chocolate chips that are sugar free and low carb.

    I like to make a double or even triple batch of these pancakes at a time and freeze some for busy mornings when I don't have time to prepare and cook the pancakes. This saves a whole bunch of time for me.

    I simply take them out of the freezer and place them on the counter to defrost while I enjoy my tea, read emails and cut up fruit for my kids. This way they will be completely defrosted by the time they re ready to eat breakfast and I can just toast them a little to heat them up.

    So ridiculously easy for those mornings that are so crazy and hectic.

    This is just one of the 300 recipes from my cookbook, The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook out in all major bookstores now. There are over 300 easy, delicious, gluten free and wheat free recipes in this cookbook.

    *from The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook by Lauren Kelly. Copyright ©2013 F+W Media, Inc.

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    Coconut Flour Pancakes

    Light, fluffy and naturally gluten free and low carb, these Coconut Flour Pancakes make a delicious and easy breakfast!
    5 from 16 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, brunch, Main Course, vegetarian
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 3 servings (2 pancakes per serving)
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 2 Whole eggs and 2 egg whites
    • 3 Tablespoons melted coconut oil or you can use melted butter
    • 3 Tablespoons coconut milk or reduced fat or whole milk
    • 2 tablespoons monk fruit or 3 tablespoons 100% maple syrup if not low carb
    • 1 tsp sea salt
    • 3 Tablespoons coconut flour
    • ½ teaspoon wheat-free baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon all spice
    • â…“ cup ground flax
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla

    Instructions

    • Using a wire whisk, mix together eggs, coconut oil (or melted butter), milk, maple syrup and sea salt.
    • Continuing to whisk, add the baking powder and coconut flour until thoroughly mixed. Add the cinnamon, allspice, flax and vanilla. Stir to combine.
    • Heat 1 tablespoon of butter (or coconut oil or you can use cooking spray) in a skillet on a medium flame.
    • Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of batter onto skillet making pancakes about 3-4 inches in diameter.
    • Turn over to make sure each side is thoroughly cooked.

    Notes

    To store in the refrigerator: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    To store in the freezer: Place in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Defrosting is simple, leave on the counter for 30-60 minutes and toast in the toaster.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 840mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Emily

      April 08, 2022 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      these low carb pancakes are not only delicious but very easy to make as well! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 08, 2022 at 1:16 pm

        So happy you like them, thank you!

        Reply
    2. Allyssa

      April 08, 2022 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      Thanks a bunch for this coconut flour pancakes recipe, super delicious and really helpful recipe! Highly recommended!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 08, 2022 at 1:16 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    3. Toni

      April 08, 2022 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      My kids really enjoyed these pancakes! Perfect day starter!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 08, 2022 at 1:16 pm

        Yay! Thanks Toni!

        Reply
    4. susie

      March 01, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love everything about these pancakes! thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        March 01, 2022 at 2:41 pm

        Thanks Susie!

        Reply
    5. Taylor

      March 01, 2022 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      My family loved these! There were so light and fluffy, with the best flavor. We doubled the recipe so we could freeze half for an easy breakfast!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        March 01, 2022 at 2:41 pm

        Yay! Thank you Taylor!

        Reply
    6. Allyssa

      March 01, 2022 at 7:47 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        March 01, 2022 at 2:42 pm

        So great to hear, thanks!

        Reply
    7. Natalie

      July 19, 2021 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      What delicious pancakes! They are healthy & soft & fluffy! I can start any day with these!

      Reply
    8. Beth

      July 19, 2021 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      Yummy! These are my son's favorite pancakes by far! Such a great and delicious way to start the morning! Can't wait to make these again! Big hit here.

      Reply
    9. Toni

      July 19, 2021 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      These pancakes are perfect! A great day starter!

      Reply
    10. Dc

      July 03, 2015 at 12:37 pm

      Hi Lauren, I was wondering if you could give the calorie on these heavenly pancakes. They're so good! Thank you So much for sharing this recipe with us all

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 15, 2015 at 9:20 pm

        Hi there! The nutrition information is above. Thank you so much for stopping by!

        Reply
    11. Jenn

      March 14, 2015 at 1:09 am

      just wondering what, if any, flax or chia egg substitute would work, the 2 egg whites throw me off 🙂

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        March 14, 2015 at 11:37 am

        Hi Jenn! I would just substitute for 2 eggs, let me know how it turns out 🙂

        Reply
    12. sandy kellar

      October 19, 2014 at 6:16 pm

      I really enjoyed these pancakes. I found them very flavorful. Mine did not look anything like yours. How can you add flax seed and have these pancakes the color in your picture? Mine were a chocolate brown look. Did I do something wrong?

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        October 19, 2014 at 7:07 pm

        Hi Sandy! I am so glad you liked them! I've made these many times and they are never that dark in color, how much flax did you use?

        Reply
    13. Christy

      January 02, 2014 at 7:49 pm

      Joshua is going to be so thrilled that he can still have pancakes!!!!

      Reply
      • lauren

        January 02, 2014 at 10:22 pm

        Oh I am so happy! My kids LOVE these Christy 🙂 Hope Josh does too!

        Reply
    14. anne

      August 18, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      could you edit this? The directions say add baking powder, but baking powder is not in the list of ingredients. Also, the vanilla, allspice, flax and cinnamon are not mentioned anywhere in the directions.
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        August 20, 2013 at 12:05 pm

        I apologize Anne, I just corrected it. I apologize for that! I hope you like it 🙂

        Reply
    15. Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      December 11, 2012 at 5:09 pm

      Thanks so much for sharing these on Manic Monday 🙂

      Reply
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