Sugar-Free Pancakes

These Sugar-Free Pancakes are perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast with no sugar. They are made with simple, wholesome ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and you can whip them up in just a few minutes.

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I love French crepes for breakfast, but my kids prefer pancakes, like my Protein Pancakes Without Protein Powder or Cassava Flour Pancakes but I like to make something healthier and simpler for them, so I came up with this fantastic, easy, sugar-free pancake recipe that the whole family likes.

Ingredients and Substitutions

All you need to make classic pancakes are a few simple ingredients that you probably have at home:

• All-Purpose Flour – I didn’t try the recipe with all-purpose gluten-free flour but I am pretty sure it will work. The texture will probably vary since gluten-free flour makes baked goods a bit more chewy and packed.
• Milk of Choice – You can use any milk you love to make pancakes. Keep in mind that the less fat and protein the milk contains, the dryer the pancakes will be. Best result are achieved with full-fat milk, or soy milk.
• Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice. It brings the acidic component necessary for the batter to rise.
• Baking Powder – Not baking soda.
• Eggs – Fresh, large, free-range eggs.
• Melted Butter – I prefer grass-fed unsalted butter over vegetable oil.
• Vanilla Extract – Because vanilla makes baking recipes so much better.
• Cinnamon – I put cinnamon everywhere for a touch of fall flavor, my fav!

Just after adding the 1/4 cup of batter on the griddle, you can sprinkle the following sugar-free ingredients:

• Blueberries
• Sugar-free Chocolate Chips,
• Chopped Nuts
• Shredded Coconut

Then, add some more batter to cover the berries or chocolate chips to avoid them sticking to the griddle when you flip the pancakes.

How To Make Sugar-Free Pancakes

These large, thin sugar-free pancakes are so easy to make that they will become a staple in your kitchen. They are not thick, fluffy pancakes, but they are more like American café-style pancakes. Thin and buttery but with no added sugar!

You can make perfect pancakes in four easy steps. It’s easier and better than using a pancake mix and much tastier!

1. First, whisk the warm milk and vinegar for a few seconds in a mixing bowl.
2. Set it aside for 5 minutes to curdle. This is your homemade buttermilk. It makes the pancakes ultra tasty!
3. Then, whisk in eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter and combine them.
4. In a large bowl, add the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Whisk to incorporate the dry ingredients together and break any remaining flour lumps. Make a well in the center and pour the liquid ingredients.
6. Whisk to combine the liquid ingredients with the dry. The batter should be smooth and slightly thick but easy to whisk.
7. Warm a pancake griddle or a large frying pan and use a piece of absorbent paper to rub the butter or oil over the skillet. Avoid adding too much oil that would fry the pancake batter and make the edges crunchy.
8. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter on the hot, lightly oiled griddle and cook the old-fashioned pancake for 2 to 3 minutes or until you can see bubbles forming all over the pancake.
9. Slide a flat spatula under the pancake and flip it to its other side. Cook for an extra minute until the pancakes are golden brown and set.
10. If you want to keep the cooked pancakes warm while cooking the remaining batter, preheat the oven to 175°F (80°C). Place the cooked pancakes on a baking sheet and cover them with foil. Store in the oven while cooking the remaining pancakes.

Tips For Perfect Pancakes With no Sugar

While making pancakes is one of the simplest recipe, perfecting them is an art form.

To help you make the best possible pancakes, here are my pro tips that I’ve gathered from more than 20 years of making pancakes with all possible ingredient combinations:

• Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the batter come together more easily and prevent the pancakes from hardening.
• Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing tends to develop gluten in the batter, making the pancakes tougher instead of light and fluffy.
• Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
• Use a nonstick skillet. This will help prevent the pancakes from sticking to the pan.
• Flip the pancakes only once. This will help them cook evenly on both sides. If you double-cook one side, it will become hard and crispy, almost like a bread crust.
• Serve the pancakes hot with some of your favorite toppings below.

Serving

These sugar-free pancakes are thin, wide, and better served as a stack of 3 or 4. Top the warm pancakes with a piece of butter, fresh berries, and a drizzle of authentic maple syrup. Other pancake topping ideas are:

• Jam or my Chia Jam
• Sugar-free whipped Cream
• Banana Slices, Fresh Strawberries
• Peanut Butter

Storage Instructions

There are two ways to store sugar-free pancake leftovers. You can store the pancakes for up to 3 days in an airtight box in the fridge. Stack the pancakes in a container and keeps them in the refrigerator. You can also freeze them. However, they tend to stick to each other after being frozen.

That’s why you should put a piece of parchment paper between each pancake or keep them in individual freezer bags.

Allergy Swaps

Below are suggested allergy swaps if you can’t use some of the ingredients listed in the recipe below:

• Dairy-Free – You can replace melted butter with melted coconut oil, canola oil, or avocado oil. For the milk, pick your favorite plant-based milk, like oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk.
• Gluten-Free – The recipe should work with a good quality 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Make sure your baking powder also is gluten-free.
• Egg-Free – I didn’t try the recipe with egg replacers, but I am confident that two flaxseed eggs would work. Stir two tablespoons of flaxseed meal with 1/3 cup of lukewarm water. Set aside for 10 minutes and use as an egg replacer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the answers to your most frequent questions about making pancakes.

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