10 Healthy Pancake Recipes to Kickstart Your Morning

November 18, 2024

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Pancakes are often relegated to lazy Sundays when you don’t actually have to accomplish anything else for the day –but we love them too much for that. We want pancakes on any day (and every day) of the week. Then again, we also have to do “adult things” most days, and that means saying no to the #carbcoma that comes with traditional pancake recipes. So why not try out these healthy pancake recipes instead?

These healthy pancake recipes let you indulge while also providing nutritional value. From fiber-packed oatmeal pancakes to wholesome paleo flapjacks, grab the maple syrup and read on.

1. 2-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

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The chances that you have the ingredients for these pancakes are extremely high. That’s because they’re made with bananas and eggs – and that’s it. Seriously. You have no excuse but to go make these right now.

Try the recipe from Kitchn.

2. Oatmeal-Greek Yogurt Pancakes

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Why have plain old oatmeal for breakfast when you can whip up gluten-free oatmeal pancakes? With a bit of tang from the yogurt and sweetness from vanilla and cinnamon, they’re such a crowd-pleaser.

Try the recipe from Joy Food Sunshine.

3. Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

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Don’t be fooled by the name—buckwheat doesn’t actually contain wheat, so it’s gluten-free. What it does have is a delicious, nutty flavor, lots of antioxidants, and plenty of fiber, so it’s an awesome base for your pancakes.

Try the recipe from Cookie + Kate.

4. Paleo Carrot Cake Pancakes

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Loaded with shredded carrots and tasty spices, but free of grains and sugar, these pancakes are a treat you can feel great about. Try slathering them with coconut butter instead of maple syrup—it’s almost like having carrot cake with frosting.

Try the recipe from PaleOMG.

5. Toasted Coconut Pancakes

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Take a little trip to the tropics without leaving home by whipping up a batch of these cakes, which use coconut in four different ways. Got plant-based eaters coming for breakfast? Great news: these are vegan.

Try the recipe from Minimalist Baker.

6. Healthy Red Velvet Beetroot Pancakes

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Pink pancakes? Yes, please. Try this stack out on picky kids, or just make them for yourself. They’re so pretty, they’ll make your day—plus, you get the goodness from beets, which are loaded with vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and other important nutrients.

Try the recipe from My Fussy Eater.

7. Keto Lemon Pancakes

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Yes, you can eat keto and still enjoy pancakes. We love the addition of lemon zest to this recipe, which also features cream cheese, coconut flour, and eggs. A plate of these pancakes will leave you full and energized for the day – no carb coma.

Try the recipe from Jennifer Banz.

8. Blender Pumpkin Oatmeal Pancakes

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Toss some wholesome ingredients in a blender, toss on the griddle, and watch ‘em disappear. Everyone loves a hint of pumpkin spice, but who needs a sugary pumpkin spice latte when you can have these tasty pancakes? Did we mention these also happen to be gluten-free?

Try the recipe from One Lovely Life.

Read next: Our Favorite Healthy Pancake Mixes

9. Fluffy Quinoa Pancakes

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Here’s another recipe that lets you toss a few simple ingredients in the blender and come out with pancakes. Protein-rich quinoa flour takes center stage here, and the pancakes come out light and delicious, ready for your fave toppings.

Try the recipe from Feasting on Fruit.

10. Fluffy Fonio Pancakes

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Not into quinoa? Allow us to introduce fonio, a West African grain that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free. Think of it like a cross between quinoa and couscous that cooks in just 5 minutes and has a slightly nutty flavor. Our recommendation: Cook up a big batch the night before and use leftovers to make these pancakes.

Try the recipe from Kitchn.