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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast Recipes

    Fluffy Almond Milk Pancakes (Dairy-free)

    Modified: Sep 11, 2023 by Addison LaBonte · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

    Soft, fluffy, and simple, these Almond Milk Pancakes will be your new favorite breakfast! They come together with just 8 basic ingredients and are ready in under 30 minutes!
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
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    A stack of almond milk pancakes topped with red grapes, yogurt, and mint leaves, placed on two stacked white plates.

    If you're looking for homemade pancakes that are easy to make, great for meal prep, and delicious, look no further than these Fluffy Almond Milk Pancakes!

    I think we can all agree that nothing beats a stack of pancakes on a Sunday morning. And just like my banana oat pancakes and my buckwheat pancakes, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious. It's naturally dairy-free and can be made vegan with just 1 swap. I also love my vegan almond flour pancakes!

    It's made from scratch (which means "no" to the pancake mix) using just a few pantry ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now.

    A stack of almond milk pancakes topped with red grapes, yogurt, and mint leaves, placed on two stacked white plates.
    Jump to:
    • Ingredients You'll Need
    • How to Make Almond Milk Pancakes
    • Top Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Storage
    • Topping Ideas
    • More Dairy-free Breakfast Recipes
    • Almond Milk Pancakes

    Ingredients You'll Need

    Get all the details on these simple ingredients in the recipe card found at the bottom of the post.

    • All-purpose flour: Regular flour makes for the fluffiest pancakes, but if you want to add more fiber, you can use half whole wheat flour.
    • Almond milk: I use unsweetened plain almond milk, but you can use vanilla almond milk or chocolate almond milk.
    • Eggs: They give great texture to the pancakes. I've also included a vegan option in the recipe card below.
    • Sugar: You can granulated sugar, coconut sugar, or brown sugar. Maple syrup can also work.
    • Vegetable oil: I use sunflower oil, but you can also use canola oil or olive oil.
    • Vanilla extract: It's optional, but I think a splash of vanilla goes a long way.
    • Baking powder: To make the pancakes fluffy. Don't substitute with baking soda.
    Gathered ingredients for making almond milk pancakes.

    How to Make Almond Milk Pancakes

    1. To a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, almond milk, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract. Using a whisk, mix until the eggs are foamy and the sugar has dissolved.
    2. In another bowl, mix the dry ingredients- flour, salt, and baking powder.
    Egg almond milk mixture in a clear mixing bowl with a whisk in it.
    Mixed dry ingredients for the pancake batter in a white bowl with a bronze spoon in it.

    3. Sift the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Mix carefully just until combined. Don't overmix!

    Pancake batter in a clear mixing bowl with a spoon in it.

    4. Heat a large pan or a non-stick skillet with some oil. Once hot, add 2-3 tablespoons of the pancake batter and swirl it around.

    5. Cook the pancakes on medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Repeat until all of the pancakes are done!

    Cooking two pancakes in a cast-iron skillet.
    Two browned pancakes in a cast-iron skillet.

    Top Tips

    • For the perfect almond milk pancakes, don't overmix the batter! The more you mix the flour, the more the gluten develops, which makes the pancakes dense rather than fluffy. Stop mixing the moment you see that the flour is incorporated into the batter. A few lumps are okay!
    • Sift the flour. This makes for fluffier and more delicate pancakes with fewer lumps.
    • Cook on medium-low heat if necessary. You don't want to rush the pancakes by cooking them on high heat. This way they'll be brown on the outside, but uncooked on the inside.
    • Keep your cooked pancakes warm in the oven. Preheat your oven to 200ºF and add the pancakes to a baking sheet.
    • To switch things up, you can add some blueberries or chocolate chips to the batter.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make these pancakes vegan?

    These almond milk pancakes contain eggs, therefore they're not vegan. But you can easily swap them with two flax eggs made with 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal and 4 tablespoons water. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes and use it in place of eggs.

    Why do my pancakes stick to the pan?

    First, check if your pan is hot enough. Your pan needs to be hot before you add the oil. After you add the oil, you need to wait for it to heat as well.
    Second, check if you're using enough oil. A few drops won't do the job.

    Can I make these pancakes in advance?

    Once you mix the batter, you should cook the pancakes immediately because baking powder loses its property as time goes on. After the pancakes are cooked, they last for up to a week in the fridge.

    Can I use another type of milk?

    Yes, you can use any non-dairy milk you like including oat milk, coconut milk, soy milk, etc. If you eat dairy products, you can also use regular milk.

    Pouring maple syrup from a small white pot over a stack of almond milk pancakes.

    Storage

    • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 6-7 days.
    • Freezer: Let pancakes cool to room temperature. Transfer them to an airtight container, layering parchment paper between each layer of pancakes to prevent them from sticking. Freeze for 3 months. 

    Topping Ideas

    These Almond Milk Pancakes are not so sweet and they leave plenty of room for exciting toppings such as:

    • Vegan butter (or regular)
    • Fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries
    • Maple syrup
    • Jam or marmalade
    • Chocolate ice cream
    • Melted chocolate
    • Peanut butter

    And if you're feeling extra you can top them with some dairy-free buttercream frosting (I promise I won't tell?). Or, try these Baked Donuts!

    A stack of almond milk pancakes topped with red grapes and yogurt, with a part cut out of them.

    More Dairy-free Breakfast Recipes

    • Dairy-Free Frittata
    • Overnight Chia Pudding with Coconut Milk
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
    • Cheesy Broccoli Vegan Quiche
    • Buckwheat Banana Bread
    • Oat Flour Muffins
    A stack of almond milk pancakes topped with red grapes, yogurt, and mint leaves, placed on two stacked white plates.
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    Almond Milk Pancakes

    Soft, fluffy, and simple, these Almond Milk Pancakes will be your new favorite breakfast! They come together with just 8 basic ingredients and are ready in under 30 minutes!
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American, Dairy-free
    Keyword almond milk, fall, pancakes, spring, summer
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 356kcal
    Author Sireesha A.

    Ingredients

    • 2 large eggs (see notes for a vegan option)
    • 1 ¾ cups unsweetened almond milk
    • 1-2 tablespoon granulated sugar (depending on how sweet you like them)
    • 2 tablespoon oil, plus more for cooking
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • To a large bowl, add the eggs, almond milk, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract. Using a whisk, mix until the eggs are foamy and the sugar has dissolved.
    • To another bowl, mix the dry ingredients- flour, salt, and baking flour.
    • Sift the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Mix carefully just until combined. Don't overmix! A few lumps of flour are okay.
    • Heat a large skillet with some oil, enough to lightly cover the pan. Once hot, add 2-3 tablespoons of the pancake batter and swirl it around to form a circle.  Cook the pancakes on medium or medium-low heat depending on your stovetop, for 1 minute per side, until golden brown. Repeat until all of the pancakes are done!

    (Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)

    Notes

    • Don't overmix the batter! The more you mix the flour, the more the gluten develops, which makes the pancakes dense rather than fluffy. Stop mixing the moment you see that the flour is incorporated into the other ingredients. A few clumps are okay!
    • Sift the flour. This makes for more delicate and smoother pancakes.
    • Cook on medium-low heat if needed. You don't want to rush the pancakes by cooking them on high heat. This way they'll be brown on the outside, but uncooked on the inside.
    • Keep your cooked pancakes warm in the oven. Preheat it to 200ºF. Add the pancakes to a baking tray and cover them with a kitchen cloth.
    Vegan option: To substitute the eggs, mix 2 tablespoon flaxseed meal with 4 tablespoon water and let it rest for 5 minutes.
    The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Accuracy is not guaranteed. Information shown should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Fiber: 2g

    Post photography by: Petranka Atanasova.

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    1. Rebecca

      May 17, 2023 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      I followed your suggestion to use flaxseed meal instead of eggs to make the vegan version of these pancakes and they were absolutely delicious! This is a new favorite vegan breakfast in our house!

      Reply
    2. Lindsey

      May 17, 2023 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      These pancakes were fabulous! I did a little googling because all I had on hand was almond milk. So fluffy. Bookmarked for my next pancake moment

      Reply
    3. Devy

      May 17, 2023 at 8:42 am

      5 stars
      I made these pancakes for my niece who has dairy intolerance. They were so good that even me and the boys love them. And I ended up making another batch

      Reply
    4. Rose

      May 17, 2023 at 8:08 am

      These almond milk pancakes were super fluffy and delicious! My kids devoured them for breakfast today!

      Reply
    5. Gina

      May 17, 2023 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      Tried these for breakfast this morning using the flax egg option and they turned out wonderful! So happy to have found a good fluffy dairy-free pancake option!

      Reply

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