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Almond Flour Protein Pancakes: Low-Carb, Nutty, and Soft

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fine almond flour (not almond meal)
  • 1 scoop (25–30g) vanilla or unflavored whey or plant protein
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3–1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
  • 1–2 tablespoons granulated or liquid sweetener (optional; adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter, ghee, or oil for the pan
  • Optional add-ins: cinnamon, lemon zest, blueberries, sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts

Instructions
 

  • Whisk the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and any dry spices.
  • Mix the wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, 1/3 cup milk, vanilla, and sweetener (if using) until smooth.
  • Combine to make the batter. Pour wet into dry and stir gently. If the batter looks thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until it’s scoopable and slow-pouring, like yogurt.
  • Rest the batter. Let it sit for 5 minutes so the almond flour hydrates. This helps the pancakes hold together.
  • Preheat the pan. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low. Add a little butter or oil and swirl to coat.
  • Cook the pancakes. Scoop 2–3 tablespoons of batter per pancake. Spread slightly with the back of a spoon. Cook 2–3 minutes, until edges look set and small bubbles appear. Flip gently and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden.
  • Adjust heat as needed. Almond flour browns quickly. If they darken too fast, lower the heat.
  • Serve warm. Top with a pat of butter, Greek yogurt, berries, or a drizzle of sugar-free syrup.