Description
These fluffy and nutritious buckwheat quinoa pancakes make the perfect gluten-free and protein-rich breakfast They are packed with fiber essential nutrients and a delicious nutty flavor Whether you top them with maple syrup fresh berries or nut butter they are a healthy and satisfying way to start your day on a healthy note
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1 cup buckwheat flour
1/2 cup quinoa flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
2 large eggs
1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
Step 1 Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl whisk together the buckwheat flour quinoa flour baking powder cinnamon and salt
In another bowl beat the eggs then add the milk honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract Mix well
Slowly combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients stirring until just combined Do not overmix
Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken
Step 2 Cook the Pancakes
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface then flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown
Step 3 Serve and Enjoy
Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve warm with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit yogurt or maple syrup
Notes
For extra protein add 1 scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt to the batter
To make them vegan replace eggs with flax eggs 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal plus 3 tablespoons water per egg
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months
Reheat in a toaster oven or microwave for a quick breakfast
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pancakes
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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