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Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 04/14/20 Updated: 01/27/22
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Fluffy gluten-free pancakes
The best gluten free pancakes
Fluffy gluten free pancakes
The best gluten free pancakes
The best gluten free pancakes
The best gluten free pancakes

You would NEVER know these fluffy buttermilk pancakes are gluten-free! They’re easy to make but delicious enough for Saturday morning breakfast for the whole family. Top with maple syrup for gluten-free heaven. Vegan option.

Syrup being poured on a stack of fluffy gluten-free pancakes

What Makes These Pancakes So Good

  • These are the best gluten-free pancakes we’ve ever eaten — rich, sweet, oh-so-fluffy, and decadent.
  • This recipe is surprisingly easy, yet doesn’t taste like it’s gluten free (unlike other recipes we’ve tasted).
  • These fluffy gluten-free pancakes can even be made vegan with just a few easy swaps.

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How To Make Them

  1. Whisk the egg or egg replacement, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil together in a large bowl.
  2. Add the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt to the bowl. Mix until completely combined.
  3. Add milk and stir until fully combined. If you prefer thinner pancakes, add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of milk. (We like ours thick!)
  4. Scoop the batter into a ¼ cup measuring cup and pour onto a greased pan or griddle for one pancake. Cook until batter starts to bubble and flip. Continue cooking until golden brown. Repeat with each pancake.
  5. Serve with butter and maple syrup, whipped cream and fruit, or your favorite topping.
Instructions for gluten free pancakes

Chef’s Tips

  • To make pancakes vegan, use flax egg instead of egg, non-dairy milk, and vinegar instead of buttermilk.
  • Making sure your gluten-free flour contains xanthan gum ensures that your pancakes are the perfect texture and nice and fluffy. If you can’t find any that contains it, you can add 1-2 teaspoons xanthan gum to your batter. Don’t add too much, though! It can make your batter gummy.
  • To turn these perfect gluten free pancakes into an over-the-top treat, try topping them with homemade strawberry sauce or maple cinnamon butter.
Gluten free pancakes

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  • Perfect Paleo Brownies (Fudgy, Crackly Top, Gluten Free)

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Syrup being poured on a stack of fluffy gluten-free pancakes
4.50 from 4 votes

Gluten Free Pancakes

Prep:5 minutes
Cook:10 minutes
These fluffy gluten free pancakes are so easy and so delicious. Vegan options, too!
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3 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons white sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil like avocado or coconut
  • 1 egg or flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour (Make sure you use a blend that includes xantham gum)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • salt large pinch
  • 3/4 cup milk of choice dairy, almond, oat, etc.
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar or use 3/4 cup buttermilk in place of milk of choice and vinegar

Equipment

  • Griddle or pan

Instructions 

  • Whisk together the egg or flax egg, sugar, vanilla extract, and oil in a large bowl.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the egg mixture. Whisk until fully combined. Stir in milk and vinegar; whisk until smooth. If you prefer thinner pancakes, add an additional 1-2 tablespoons milk.
  • Heat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Grease before cooking each pancake, then use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to pour batter on griddle.
  • Cook the pancakes until the batter starts to bubble and pancakes start to puff. Flip the pancakes and cook the pancakes until they are just cooked through, golden brown on the bottom.
  • Top with butter, syrup or favorite topping. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For vegan: Use flax egg instead of egg, non-dairy milk, and vinegar instead of buttermilk.
  • If your gluten-free flour does not contain xanthan gum: Add 1-2 teaspoons xanthan gum to your batter.
  • If using buttermilk, omit milk of choice and vinegar completely. Stir in 3/4 buttermilk after whisking in flour and baking powder. Use 1-2 tablespoons more to thin batter if needed.

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 108mg, Potassium: 424mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 79IU, Calcium: 283mg, Iron: 2mg, Net Carbs: 35g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Cheryl Malik is the recipe developer, writer, and photographer behind the healthy, flavorful, family friendly recipes at 40 Aprons. She's been a blogger for 10+ years and is known for her delicious recipes and detailed recipe instructions. Cheryl is a mom of three who lives in Memphis, TN.

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  1. Carol says

    Posted on 5/2/21 at 9:25 am

    Very good! These are a winner for sure. Light and fluffy.5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 5/2/21 at 1:11 pm

      Thank you for the great review! Happy you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  2. Barbara Becker says

    Posted on 2/26/21 at 9:56 am

    Made these for my celiac husband’s birthday. He declared they were the best he’s had! Made a double batch with almond milk.

    Reply
  3. Alene says

    Posted on 1/22/21 at 12:47 pm

    I made these for myself because my husband is off playing golf. They are the best gf pancakes I’ve made ever! I used Cup 4 Cup gf flour and they were perfect. I am thinking of adding a smidge of cinnamon to the batter next time, just to up the taste. Fluffy, easy, and fast. Thank you. I am tossing all my other gluten free pancake recipes.5 stars

    Reply
  4. Therese says

    Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:05 am

    I feel the instructions regarding the addition of milk are confusing. You say add the regular milk, and do not discuss the next listed ingredient of vinegar/milk combo, or buttermilk. How much liquid total – 3/4 cup (plus a few Tbsp) or 1 1/2 total? I made it with 3/4 cup lactose free 2% milk and then added another 1/4 cup to make it thin enough to even scoop out. The taste was good, but they were thick and a bit under cooked in the middle because of the density of the dough.3 stars

    Reply
  5. Linda C says

    Posted on 4/18/20 at 11:21 am

    I can honestly say these are the very best gluten-free pancakes I have ever eaten. I made these today for our 51st wedding anniversary and we were not disappointed. I made 1-1/2 times the stated recipe thinking I could freeze a few, and in doing so I added 2 eggs. They were so fluffy and delicious. I hate to admit that I ate more of these pancakes than I have ever eaten. They were that good and so glad I increased the recipe. My freezer remains bare of pancakes.
    Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing this excellent recipe with us.5 stars

    Reply

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