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    Home » Breakfast & Brunch Recipes » Keto Buttermilk Pancakes

    Keto Buttermilk Pancakes

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    Published: Sep 15, 2021 by Taryn

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    Start off your day with a stack of these fluffy and delicious Keto Buttermilk Pancakes. These simple low-carb homemade pancakes are just what your tastebuds need. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a breakfast-inspired dinner. With only 2.9 net carbs per pancake, these are the perfect keto breakfast!

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    Pancakes are one of my favorite comfort foods. I tend to believe that there's nothing that a giant stack of pancakes can't fix. And since it's fall, it just makes sense to cook up this hearty meal that all will love. I love warm pancakes once the cool weather arrives.

    Once I realized that eating low carb didn't mean that I had to give up my fluffy buttermilk pancakes, there was no stopping me from making this breakfast recipe at least once per week. This is not only super delicious but even those who don't live the keto lifestyle are not going to even know the difference.

    Top with fresh berries or a tad bit of peanut butter for a kick of protein. You can't go wrong with this easy pancake recipe, I promise!

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    Ingredients

    You only need 5 ingredients plus a little salt for perfect keto buttermilk pancakes.

    Almond flour - This adds a nutty flavor to the pancakes that pair perfectly with the other ingredients.

    Baking powder - Adding baking powder is what makes the pancakes light and fluffy.

    Sweetener - You can choose your own sweetener to add but I like to use a blend of erythritol, xylitol, and stevia. I use my sweetener recipe whenever I'm baking or making anything sweet.

    Salt - Not too much, just a pinch.

    Eggs - Adding eggs is the binding agent that holds all the other ingredients together.

    Buttermilk - This is a key ingredient to giving these keto pancakes an amazing flavor and taste.

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    How To Make Keto Buttermilk Pancakes

    If you've ever made pancakes before, this recipe is very similar with just a few minor changes.

    Step One: In a medium bowl add the dry ingredients (almond flour, baking powder, stevia, and salt) whisk until all the ingredients are well combined.

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    Step Two: In a separate bowl add the eggs and buttermilk, whisk with the whisker for one minute until you have a creamy and liquid batter. Then, add the dry ingredients to the wet, and continue whisking for another 30 seconds.

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    Step Three: Let the batter sit for 4 minutes to thicken.

    Expert Tip: Do not skip this step. This is essential for fluffy pancakes.

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    Step Five: Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately ⅓ cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

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    Variations

    Chocolate Chips - Mix in a few sugar free chocolate chips to the batter.

    Extracts - You can add vanilla extract, almond extract, or lemon extract to the pancake batter if you'd like.

    Spices - Pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, or even apple pie spice are nice additions.

    Zest - For a boost of citrus flavor mix in some lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit zest.

    What toppings pair well with keto buttermilk pancakes?

    Truthfully, just about anything sweet pairs perfectly with low carb pancakes.

    Berries - I like to use fresh fruit to get an extra boost of health benefits. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are all keto-friendly in moderation.

    Syrup & Butter - Homemade keto pancake syrup and butter are a great choice for a topping without adding any additional carbs.

    Whipped Cream - Homemade whipped cream can turn these into an extra special treat.

    Nut Butter - Peanut butter, almond butter, pecan butter, or even sunflower seed butter taste great spread on top of these.

    Chocolate - Hot fudge or sugar-free chocolate syrup is amazing on keto buttermilk pancakes.

    Coconut - Add toasted coconut flakes on top for a tropical vibe.

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    How do you make buttermilk from scratch?

    If you don't have any buttermilk in the house or don't have the want to buy buttermilk for this pancake recipe, you can make your own from a few simple supplies that you probably already have.

    To make homemade buttermilk all you have to do is mix ¼ cup of milk with 1 teaspoon of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar. (If you don't have vinegar, you can use fresh lemon juice as well!)

    Combine, stir, and let sit for about 15 minutes. This is then ready to be used as your buttermilk for your pancake recipe.

    Why is my pancake batter thin?

    If you notice that your batter is too thin, just add in a bit more almond flour and stir. I typically add in a tablespoon at a time until I get it to the right consistency to cook.

    The same thought process goes for if your pancake batter is too thick. You can just add in a bit more buttermilk and stir until you get it right.

    The key is to add in small amounts so you don't have to continuously go back and forth and correct it.

    Can you freeze keto pancakes?

    Absolutely. This is one of my favorite ways to "get ahead" and meal prep. I like to make an extra-large batch of keto buttermilk pancakes and then freeze them in serving sizes for later.

    This is a great way to have a quick, homemade breakfast that you can quickly warm up and enjoy.

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    Keto Buttermilk Pancakes

    Only 2.9 NET carbs per low carb pancake! Start off your day with a stack of fluffy & delicious Keto Buttermilk Pancakes.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Course: Breakfast, brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 143.8
    Author: Taryn

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almond flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)
    • pinch salt
    • 3 large eggs
    • ¼ cup buttermilk
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    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl add the dry ingredients (almond flour, baking powder, stevia, and salt) whisk until all the ingredients are well combined.
    • In a separate bowl add the eggs and buttermilk, whisk with a whisk for one minute until you have a creamy and liquid batter. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and continue whisking for another 30 seconds.
    • Let the batter sit for 4 minutes to thicken.
    • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately ⅓ cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

    Notes

    Nutrition: This recipe makes 6 pancakes. There are 2.9 NET carbs per pancake.
    Notes on Sweeteners: 
    I use my own blend of xylitol, erythritol, and stevia in my recipes. This is twice as sweet as sugar. It is comparable to Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet and Truvia.
    To sub in Swerve or Lakanto Monk Fruit use 1.5 times the amount of sweetener called for. 
     
    To sub in Pyure or Trim Healthy Mama Super Sweet use half the amount of sweetener called for.
     
    Substitutions will work in most recipes. They may not work in candies, such as caramel.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 143.8 | Carbohydrates: 4.9g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11.7g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 82.9mg | Sodium: 42.3mg | Potassium: 111.2mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1.2g | Vitamin A: 135.3IU | Calcium: 91.9mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Vee Lund says

      March 10, 2022 at 7:47 am

      Wondering how to tweak these if I want to use buttermilk powder…I work long shifts away from home (sometimes 10 days or more) and want to have a dry mix I can haul with & just add eggs & water to. Do you have any suggestions?5 stars

      Reply
      • Taryn says

        March 10, 2022 at 1:30 pm

        I think you could just use the ratio on the can of powder.

        Reply
    2. Renee says

      February 17, 2022 at 10:22 am

      Would this recipe work in a waffle maker?

      Reply
      • Taryn says

        February 17, 2022 at 12:44 pm

        I think so. Or just try these: https://joyfilledeats.com/low-carb-waffles/

        Reply
    3. Jamie McCarthy says

      January 20, 2022 at 3:48 pm

      These were so good and came together so easy! So happy they fit into my THM lifestyle so I can eat them with bacon without them being a crossover.5 stars

      Reply
    4. Tina Hartsfield says

      December 14, 2021 at 9:19 pm

      These are much better than the expensive brand I have purchased in the past. I will be making these when I crave pancakes. I'm going to make the pancake syrup next time to eat on these pancakes.5 stars

      Reply
    5. Beth Daffron says

      September 28, 2021 at 11:29 am

      My husband can not have dairy. Do you think coconut milk or almond milk will work? I know that almond milk will give it a more nutty flavor, correct?

      thanks,
      Beth Daffron

      Reply
      • Taryn says

        September 28, 2021 at 1:59 pm

        Yes. These are based on these pancakes which use almond milk: https://joyfilledeats.com/almond-flour-pancakes/

        Almond milk has a neutral flavor in most baked goods.

        Reply
    6. Faith says

      September 17, 2021 at 5:02 pm

      Fabulous pancakes! I made these and they tasted like the real deal. I added a dash of butter extract and vanilla extract and also added blueberries. Ooh, so yummy!5 stars

      Reply

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