Description
These Almond Flour Pumpkin Pancakes are the perfect cozy breakfast for fall mornings. Naturally grain-free and packed with warm seasonal spices, these healthy pumpkin pancakes offer a light, fluffy texture that everyone in the family will love. Whether you are looking for a quick morning meal or a festive brunch addition, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. You will find these gluten-free treats are a wholesome way to satisfy your cravings while keeping things simple in the kitchen.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons milk (almond or oat milk)
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
Start by grabbing a medium bowl. Add the 1 1/2 cups almond flour, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk everything thoroughly to ensure the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the almond flour.
Step 2: Finish the Batter
In a separate, larger bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, and 2 tablespoons of milk until the mixture is completely smooth and combined. Slowly fold in the dry ingredient mixture, whisking just until the batter is uniform and no dry streaks remain.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
Heat your nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease with coconut oil or butter. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the surface. Gently spread it into a circle and cook until the bottom is golden brown and the top begins to set. Carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Pro Tips
- Keep your pancakes to 1/4 cup of batter each; this smaller size makes flipping much easier since almond flour is more delicate than wheat flour.
- Watch your heat carefully! Because of the pumpkin and brown sugar, these will brown much faster than regular pancakes; adjust the heat between low and medium as needed.
- The batter should have a thick, spreadable consistency. If it looks too stiff, add an extra teaspoon of milk at a time.
- Always use 100 percent pumpkin puree rather than pre-spiced pie filling to avoid unwanted additives.
Notes
Use 100% pure canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. For a dairy-free version, use unsweetened almond or oat milk. Coconut oil is recommended for greasing the skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg