Looking for a wholesome, gluten-free breakfast that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare? These Buckwheat Pancakes are a delicious alternative to traditional pancakes and are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a nourishing start to the day.

Despite its name, buckwheat is not related to wheat. It is naturally gluten-free and is considered a pseudocereal, making it a popular choice for people with coeliac disease, gluten intolerance, or those simply looking to add more variety to their meals.

Additionally, buckwheat is naturally rich in fibre, minerals such as magnesium and manganese, and plant compounds including rutin, an antioxidant that researchers have studied for its potential role in supporting cardiovascular health.

Made without cow’s milk and packed with a hearty, nutty flavour, these pancakes are light, filling, and easy to customize with fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Whether you’re following a gluten-free eating pattern or simply exploring new breakfast ideas, this recipe is one worth adding to your collection. Why not give it a try? 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 ½ cups Buckwheat flour.
• 1 egg.
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (you can also use coconut milk/other).
• 1 tsp vanilla.
• 1 tbsp honey (or any other sweetener of choice).
• ½ tsp baking powder.
• A pinch of salt (I used Himalayan/ sea salt).
• ¼ cup oat flour (optional).

INSTRUCTIONS

• Add the Frying Pan to the stove on minimal/high heat.
• Add oil to Frypan (just enough to cover the frying surface).
• Combine wet ingredients:
  • Add buckwheat flour to the bowl.
  • Add baking powder.
  • Add salt.
  • Add oats flour (optional).
• Beat the egg in a bowl.
• Add vanilla, milk and sweetener to the egg mixture.
• Add your wet ingredients to the flour mixture.
• Stir/blend until completely smooth.
• Add your mixture in small amounts to the Frying Pan (you can use a large spoon or your estimation).
• Cook pancake (ensure that you start to see bubbles before you flip them over).
• Serve and enjoy with your favourite toppings and fruits.

Notes

If the mixture is too thick, you can always add more milk to achieve your desired consistency.  You can check out these other gluten-free breakfast ideas:

• Fruity oatmeal pancakes – Another healthy gluten-free breakfast idea.
• Steel-cut oats hot cereal – A healthy breakfast idea.
• Turmeric Milk – Simple, Easy and Nutritious.
• Pancake Cake Slices

Ingredient Spotlight!

~ Buckwheat~

Buckwheat is an ingredient which is actually not related to wheat, but in reality, is the seed of a plant that belongs to the rhubarb and sorrel family.  It is gluten-free and, as such, is an excellent alternative for those who are gluten-intolerant.

Buckwheat is a good source of manganese (the forgotten nutrient) that helps with healthy bones as well as the proper functioning of the thyroid gland and sex hormones.  It also contains minerals such as copper, magnesium and phosphorus.  It is also high in dietary fiber and is considered a protein and antioxidant powerhouse.

Why not give this pancake a try!

To good health!