Low carb fluffy coconut pancakes are so YUM!
If you're following the keto diet, then you may have assumed that you may as well kiss pancakes goodbye forever. However, with a few minor adjustments to the traditional recipe, you'll soon discover that you can still enjoy delicious hotcakes without the guilt and we will show you how!
So what's the secret? It's all about the flour. Regular white flour is a no-go when it comes to keeping it low carb. White, all-purpose flour is actually loaded with carbs and also has very little nutrients otherwise. However, there are other flour options! For example, this coconut pancake recipe relies on coconut flour to get a similar texture minus all those unnecessary carbs. That one little change makes all the difference.
Coconut flour is made by drying the flesh of the coconut and then grinding it into a fine powder. You can definitely make your own coconut flour if you happen to have a coconut on hand or you can easily buy it in any grocery store or online marketplace. Not only is coconut flour low in carbs but it also has lots of fiber and healthy fats. Using coconut flour in keto recipes cuts back on carbs adds a nice subtle coconut flavor and is nutritious! Did we mention that coconut flour is also gluten-free? Because it definitely is! It is a serious flour winner.
Once you have the coconut flour in hand, the rest of the recipe is simple. Flaxseed helps to bind ingredients together and offers a bit more filling texture. Ground flaxseeds are also a nutrient powerhouse, being filled with fiber, omega 3 fatty acids, and also protein. Be sure to use ground flaxseeds rather than whole as your body can digest them better and absorb their nutrients more efficiently when the seeds have been ground.
Once you start making this pancake batter, in less than half an hour, you'll be serving up these delicious coconut pancakes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds and start your day the right way!
This particular recipe makes four servings, but remember, you can easily multiply the recipe to feed a crowd! If you're tired of the same old same every day, then mix it up a little with this delicious low carb breakfast! Top the pancakes with a few fresh berries (keto-friendly sized portions of course!) or drizzle a little sugar-free maple syrup over the top, both are great options! You can even enhance that coconut taste by sprinkling some unsweetened toasted coconut flakes over the pancakes. So many options and still low carb!
Never assume that keeping it keto means that you have to go without. This diet is not about taking away your favorite foods! Instead, it's about making smart choices so you can still make room for the foods you love the most without sacrificing your health goals.
Try this keto-friendly fluffy coconut pancakes recipe for yourself, and you'll quickly see that you CAN still enjoy yourself without all of those carbs. So delicious!
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- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 4 large eggs (separated)
- 5 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- Stir the vinegar into the coconut milk and set aside.
- Beat the egg whites in a stand mixer until soft peaks form.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Sift the coconut flour together with the baking powder and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk in the ground flaxseed then set aside.
- Stir the egg yolks into the coconut milk mixture then drizzle it into the dry ingredients while whisking – stir until well combined.
- Let the batter rest for 2 to 3 minutes then fold in the whipped egg whites.
- Grease the skillet and spoon the batter into the pan using about 1/3 cup for each pancake.
- Cook the pancakes for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until lightly browned then remove to a plate.
- Repeat with the remaining batter and serve the pancakes hot with sugar-free maple syrup.
NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER
The content on this website should not be taken as medical advice and you should ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. We provide nutritional data for our recipes as a courtesy to our readers. We use Total Keto Diet app software to calculate the nutrition and we remove fiber and sugar alcohols, like erythritol, from the total carbohydrate count to get to the net carb count, as they do not affect your blood glucose levels. You should independently calculate nutritional information on your own and not rely on our data. The website or content herein is not intended to cure, prevent, diagnose or treat any disease. This website shall not be liable for adverse reactions or any other outcome resulting from the use of recipes or recommendations on the Website or actions you take as a result. Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.
Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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