Almond Meal Pancakes

Name: Almond Meal Pancakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 pinch salt; 1 cup finely ground almond meal; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon butter, or as needed

Rating: 4.45 stars

31 Ratings
29 Reviews
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It's always nice when the best version of a recipe is also the easiest. After testing many almond flour pancake recipes that always came out unbalanced in different ways, I now give you the most texturally and *tastily* superior one of them all. Oh, and they are gluten-free, in case you're wondering. Serve with fresh fruit coated in maple syrup!

By Chef John

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

10 mins

cook:

10 mins

additional:

10 mins

total:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

2 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 2 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

2 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 cup finely ground almond meal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon butter, or as needed

Directions

Step 1
Combine eggs, olive oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, almond meal, and baking powder in a bowl. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Let batter sit for 10 minutes to marry the flavors and activate the baking powder.

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Step 2
Butter a nonstick pan or griddle over medium heat. Scoop in batter into any size pancake(s) you like. Cook until edges are set and bottom is golden brown, 2 or 3 minutes. Flip and cook until slightly springy to the touch, another 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Chef's Notes:

Vegetable oil or melted butter can substitute for the olive oil.

I used Bob's Red Mill(R) almond meal.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

497 calories; protein 28.6g; carbohydrates 31g; fat 30.9g; cholesterol 191.4mg; sodium 411.9mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (29)

Most helpful positive review

Brandy H.

01/08/2020

I couldn't wait to give these a try, so we had them for tonight's dessert. I could taste they are made with almond flour, and they were pretty good. My 12 yo is a pancake snob, she mentioned they were a bit too thick, so I may thin them out with a bit of almond milk next time. I used avocado oil, instead of olive oil, it's what I had on hand. I topped mine with bananas, walnuts and maple syrup...I had a good time. Will certainly make them again...trying desperately to get my family off of w flour. Thanks Chef Read More

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Most helpful critical review

smash17

02/27/2020

I did not care for this recipe. Read More

31 Ratings

5 star values: 20
4 star values: 7
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 1

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Brandy H.

01/08/2020

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Brady B

01/20/2020

Delicious! I used almond flour vs almond meal, since that is what I had on hand. The end result was thinner, less fluffy pancakes. However, they were still very flavorful and delicious! I'm going to grab some almond meal and try these again. Once again, another amazing recipe from the king himself, Chef John. Read More

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kikikim

01/27/2020

These are perfect for us who monitar our carbs and give us more tasty options for staying gluten free! Since my Lakanto Monkfruit syrup is like using liquid gold, I replaced the maple syrup with 1/2 teaspoon of organic maple extract,and 1 1/2 Tablespoon of Swerve brown sugar substitute. I used the maple Monkfruit syrup on the almond pancakes after they were finished. Delicious Chief John! I am happy that you're interested in healthier foods.;) Read More

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Jane Arcelay

01/18/2020

This is awesome So good I can have pancakes again Since I have taken Enriched wheat and all refined sugars out of my diet joint pain has all put gone away blood sugar have been on track and I have eliminated one of my medications It is exciting to have pancakes back Read More

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badmitn88

01/09/2020

I ground my own almonds and used sugar free syrup. This recipe was delicious. Nice work Chef John! Read More

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sharon george

02/10/2020

Outstanding; now my go to pancake recipe. I did replace maple syrup with coconut sugar. Have made this several times and never a failure. Kudos! Read More

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Kelly Jean

01/12/2020

Delicious tasty and easy. They do not bubble up like regular on the uncooked side so I cooked them on low as to not burn them (the saying is true with the first pancake). Will be using this recipe over and over! Read More

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Micah Button

01/27/2020

Very delicious! Loved them! Read More

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Maya Popova

04/14/2020

I've tried this recipe a couple of times and they are totally amazing. Love the fact that they are delicious and healthy at the same time. Read More

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smash17

02/27/2020

I did not care for this recipe. Read More

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Almond Meal Pancakes

Servings Per Recipe: 2
Calories: 497.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 57 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

sugars:

fat: 48 %

saturated fat: 28 %

cholesterol: 64 %

vitamin a iu: 6 %

niacin equivalents: 90 %

vitamin b6: 8 %

vitamin c: 1 %

folate: 14 %

calcium: 42 %

iron: 35 %

magnesium: 62 %

potassium: 25 %

sodium: 17 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.