Buckwheat Flour Strawberry Pancakes
These Buckwheat Flour Strawberry Pancakes are the perfect blend of wholesome and tasty, with a nutty buckwheat flavor, fresh strawberries, and a touch of natural sweetness. This gluten-free recipe makes about 8 pancakes, enough to serve 4 people, and is ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for a family breakfast or a brunch with friends, these pancakes are easy to customize and pair beautifully with classic toppings like maple syrup or yogurt. Enjoy a breakfast that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 cup buckwheat flour
- 1 tbsp coconut sugar or any preferred sweetener
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil plus extra for greasing
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
- Optional toppings: extra strawberries maple syrup, coconut flakes
Instructions
Prep the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Make the Batter
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with a bit of coconut oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
Serve
- Serve the pancakes warm with extra strawberries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Fat: 6g
- Sugar: 8g
Notes
- For extra fluffiness, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
- Swap the almond milk for oat milk or regular milk if preferred.
- Coconut sugar is optional; feel free to use honey or another sweetener.
Variations
- Berry Bliss: Try mixing in blueberries, raspberries, or even sliced bananas for a fruity twist.
- Chocolate Lovers: Add a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips to the batter for a hint of indulgence.
- Nutty Crunch: Fold in some chopped walnuts or almonds for a crunchy bite.