Enjoy a guilt-free breakfast with these gluten-free carrot pancakes that are not only delicious but also heart-friendly. Made with fresh carrots and whole ingredients, these pancakes are a perfect way to start your day with a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Coconut oil for cooking
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated carrots, gluten-free flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Fold in chopped walnuts if desired.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the carrot pancakes warm with maple syrup or yogurt on top.
Interesting Facts
Carrots are rich in antioxidants and vitamin A, making these pancakes a nutritious choice for breakfast.
Using almond milk in the recipe adds a creamy texture without the dairy, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Walnuts provide a dose of healthy fats and omega-3s, enhancing the heart-friendly aspect of these pancakes.