Almond Flour Pancakes – Easy Sweet or Savoury Recipe (Blood Sugar Friendly)

My daughters absolutely love pancakes, and over the years, I’ve tried countless versions to find one that works for all of us. Traditional wheat flour recipes often left us with those sharp post-breakfast blood sugar spikes (also not helped with the sugary toppings), so I began experimenting with different flours and ingredients.

I played around with different pancake recipes, trying to find a version that felt like a good balance for all of us and these almond flour pancakes definitely fit the bill. They’re soft, fluffy and naturally lower in carbs, so they keep blood sugars in check. One simple batch can be served sweet or savoury, so everyone gets the pancake they love.

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Why These Almond Flour Pancakes Work So Well

These pancakes are naturally lower in carbohydrates and higher in protein, fibre and healthy fats, which makes them much more balanced than traditional versions.

They’re:

• Light and fluffy without feeling heavy
• Naturally gluten-free
• Quick and easy to make
• Perfect for both sweet and savoury toppings
• Great for meal prep and make-ahead breakfasts

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Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 120g almond flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tsp baking powder (gluten-free if needed)
• Pinch of salt
• 2 large eggs
• 120ml milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
• Butter or oil for cooking

Optional swaps:
Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free. Choose dairy milk for a richer finish.

How to Make Almond Flour Pancakes (Step-by-Step)

Step 1 – Mix the dry ingredients

Whisk together the almond flour, flaxseed, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.

Step 2 – Whisk the wet ingredients

In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until smooth.

Step 3 – Combine to a smooth batter

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable.

Step 4 – Cook the pancakes

Heat a little butter or oil in a non-stick pan over a medium-low heat. Spoon in rounds of batter and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Tip: I find using a cookie scoop helps me achieve even-sized pancakes

Step 5 – Flip and finish cooking
Flip gently and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and set. Repeat with the remaining batter.

💡Tip: If you’re cooking in batches, keep the finished pancakes warm by placing them on a plate in a low oven while you cook the rest of the batter

Sweet Serving Ideas

These almond flour pancakes are lovely with sweet toppings, especially when paired with protein and healthy fats to keep things nicely balanced.

Some of our favourites:

• Greek yoghurt and fresh berries or fruit salad
• Nut butter with sliced banana
• A drizzle of my Homemade Xylitol Syrup
• Stewed Apples with Cinnamon
• A few dark chocolate chips and plain yoghurt

Pairing with protein and healthy fats helps create a more balanced breakfast that supports steadier blood sugar levels.

Savoury Topping Ideas

This is where I get excited about this recipe. These pancakes work surprisingly well as a savoury base.

Try them with:

• Turkey bacon, fried egg and cherry tomatoes
• Smoked salmon and cream cheese
• Avocado and soft-boiled eggs
• Cheese and wilted spinach

A stack of these with eggs and veggies makes such a satisfying, balanced breakfast.

Make-Ahead & Meal Prep Tips

One of the biggest advantages of this recipe is how well it works for batch cooking. You can:

• Store cooked pancakes in the fridge for 3–4 days
• Freeze them in layers with parchment paper between each one
• Reheat them in the toaster, a dry pan, or a microwave

They make brilliant snacks too, especially with a spoon of nut butter and a handful of berries.

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Tips for Cooking with Almond Flour

Almond flour behaves very differently from wheat flour. These tips really help:

• Cook pancakes over medium-low heat to prevent burning
• Keep pancakes slightly smaller so they’re easier to flip
• Resting the batter for a few minutes helps the flaxseed thicken and the texture settle.
• Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes light and fluffy.

Diabetes-Friendly Breakfast Notes

These almond flour pancakes are naturally higher in protein and fibre and lower in carbs than traditional versions. They work especially well when paired with protein or healthy fats, helping to keep you feeling fuller for longer.

For those managing Type 1 diabetes, there’s no need to carb count with this recipe. As always, everyone responds differently, but many find this style of breakfast gives steadier energy through the morning.