Coconut Flour Pancakes

I love pancakes, but they can be high in calories and carbs. This recipe uses coconut flour, egg whites and coconut milk. If you are on a low carb or Keto diet, you will love this recipe. I love serving with pure maple syrup and strawberries. You can top with any fresh fruit you like, or serve them with your favorite sugar free syrup. They are light and delicious.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 2

For avoid lumps, sift the coconut flour before adding to the batter. If you don’t have a sifter, pour flour into a fine-mesh sieve and gently shake over the bowl.

Ingredients:

1 large egg
2 egg whites
1½ T. pure maple syrup
3 T. very mild olive oil
1 t. pure vanilla extract
½ c. coconut milk
1/3 c. coconut flour, sifted
½ t. baking powder
Pinch salt
3 T. coconut oil, divided
1 large banana, sliced
2 c. fresh raspberries
Real maple syrup, for serving

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg, egg whites, maple syrup, olive oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour in the coconut milk and whisk to combine.
   
   
2. Add the sifted coconut flour, baking powder, and a small pinch of salt. Gently fold in the dry ingredients without overworking the batter.
   
   
3. Melt about a teaspoon of coconut oil in a large, hot non-stick skillet or griddle and pour 2-3 tablespoons of batter per pancake. Cook until the pancakes are set and the edges turn a deeper golden color, around 1-2 minutes.
   
   
4. Flip and cook the remaining side another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from heat and repeat this process with the remaining batter.
   
   
5. To serve, stack several pancakes and top with sliced banana, raspberries, and drizzle with real maple syrup, if desired. Enjoy!