I swear we eat other things besides breakfast items around here. However, this easy gluten-free pancake recipe is one of the most requested items week after week.
This recipe proves once and for all that you don’t have to give up fluffy pancakes when you go gluten-free, it makes the perfect pancake every single time.
How to Make Fluffy Gluten Free Pancakes
We’ve made this recipe over and over again, enough times to perfect it and make sure it yields a soft and delightful gluten free pancake every time we have breakfast for dinner.
Breakfast night is by far our most popular night of the week. For a few years, you could hear my daughter scream “Yessss!!! Breakfast night!” every single Thursday night. Last year, Thursday nights became a little hectic thanks to ballet and gymnastics, so we switched it up to Tuesdays.
This recipe has been tried and true hundreds of times, one of those yummy recipes I’ve just kept “testing” as an excuse to make it again, even though the perfect gluten free pancake recipe was achieved 100 tries ago.
How to make the perfect gluten free pancake
I quit making pancakes for a few months, when I gave up grain and my son switched to a gluten-free diet until I created this recipe. The other 3 people in the house still eat my homemade fluffy pancake recipe while Alex and I eat this gluten-free version.
When changing up your diet, I have realized it so important to make healthy ingredient swaps so your family can keep as many of their favorite meals as possible. That has meant finding the perfect gluten free pancake recipe for my son and exploring other healthy meal choices that kids can enjoy as well!
Using this pivotal concept I created the Family KickStart Program. My 30-day family-friendly plan that will help you not only stick to your gluten-free diet, but also ditch sugar and processed foods.
And yes, all the food in the program is family friendly (there’s not just one but TWO pancake recipes included!)
I would love for you to check it out here, and take advantage of the 30-day Family KickStart Program. My kids have loved doing it with me and I have a feeling your family will enjoy it too (who doesn’t love getting to eat the best pancakes ever while on a special meal plan?).
But back to today’s pancakes. For the sake of simplicity and saving you time, I’ve also included other awesome recipes you might have missed if you are new here.
Note that the gluten free pancakes don’t come out as well with all gluten free flour mixes. Make sure to check out the recipe notes.
Easy Gluten-Free Pancake Recipe
Check out how easy these gluten-free pancakes are to make in this video:
These pancakes are so good you’ll want to double the batch and freeze. This is how I freeze my pancakes. There is nothing wrong with being prepared for busy mornings, right? Just take them out of the freezer, stick them in the toaster, and serve. It’s that simple!
Let’s talk syrups, shall we? I love topping these gluten-free pancakes with some homemade syrup. These recipes are gluten-free and make the perfect topping for your tasty pancakes!
This blueberry syrup is the real deal, not like the fake stuff you get at the pancake house. I make it with fresh blueberries in the summer and switch over to frozen berries when not in season. And yes, you can make the blueberry syrup gluten-free too!
Prefer a different fruit? Then you want my recipe for strawberry syrup! The blueberry syrup was such a hit that I switched it up and made a strawberry one –just because.
If variety is the spice of life, then I have to get creative with the things we eat often, right? There is no reason to get stuck in a pancake rut… or lunch rut for that matter!
And to top it all off, these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are incredible. They are all the thrill with none of the guilt. If guilt-free, ultra-healthy pancakes are what you are looking for… the check out my Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipe. It’s an old one but a good one.
We even have a recipe for Double Chocolate Chip Pancakes, with easy gluten free modifications. So. Good.
Yup. We are pancake obsessed.
Gluten Free Pancakes
The best gluten free pancake recipe around! This recipe is a tried-and-true favorite, easy to make and will yield the fluffiest pancakes. Check the modifications for dairy-free version as well.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Yields 10–12 4″ Pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Family Favorites
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups of gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 Tablespoons butter, melted (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Make a well in the middle and pour in the milk, egg and melted butter; mix with a fork or whisk until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick griddle or large pan over medium-high heat (I set my griddle at 300-350 F). Pour or scoop 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Wait until bubbles form to flip. Brown on the other side and serve with butter and blueberry syrup.
Notes
All gluten-free all-purpose flour mixes vary in consistency; that’s why the recipe calls for 1 1/4-1 1/2 cups of flour. Gluten-free flour tends to be dryer and absorb more liquid, therefore, I would mix slowly and adjust the liquid.
Nutrition
- Calories: 142
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 6g
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The whole family loooved this recipe, so easy & yummy! I used coconut milk, as I don’t tolerate milk very well — this added a coconutty taste while giving us all the fluffy goodness. Definitely a keeper.. thank you
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I just made this for breakfast this morning and my whole family really enjoyed them. Glad I made extra so my gluten free son will have plenty for leftovers.
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What gluten free all purpose flour do you recommend?
I prefer Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 All Purpose Gluten Free flour. You can find it here.
Oh by far the best gluten free pancakes ever!!!!
I had the same experience as GF Girl. Pancakes were complete goo on the inside. I tried to salvage the morning by putting the batter into my Belgian waffle iron. After 8 minutes on high temp (average 3-4 minutes normally) they came out decent. For reference I used the Costco GF flour and almond milk.
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I’m sorry they didn’t turn out for you. I’m unfamiliar with that four mix. I tend to stick to my tried and true mixes.
Bob Mills 1to 1. The white GF flour is really good. I freeze the extras.
My gf daughter who is very picky loved and asked if I could make these every time❤
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This recipe worked well for us. We did have to add extra liquid to thin the batter a bit so that the pancakes cooked evenly. At first the batter was too thick and we got mushy middles. But once we thinned the batter it worked out beautifully.
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Delicious and perfect gluten free pancakes! I made them according to the recipe using cup4cup flour and soy milk. We have these every Sunday and add cinnamon and chopped apple and cook in coconut oil. This will be my only pancake recipe!
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I’m so glad!! Thank you for trying my recipe.
Love them! They turned out perfectly… thank you for sharing!
For anyone in Australia… I used white wings plain flour (gf of course) and 1 1/4 cups was plenty and coles lactose free milk. I did use butter but next time I’ll try with nuttlex
Thanks again!
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I have loved this pancake recipe – I love the texture and flavour. Even my mom-GF friends love the pancakes. Thanks for sharing!
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Perfect, thank you!!
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I made these for my husband with the blueberry syrup using Bob’s One to One GF flour. The batter was thick do I added a bit more liquid, but he LOVED them.
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Delicious! I ran out of my pre-made mix and found this one. I won’t be buying the pre-made again! I didn’t do all the fancy sifting or naking a well for eggs, though;) I just tossed it all in a bowl and whisked it briefly(I like mine tender so I never want to overmix). Still turned out great! Thanks, Laura!
Omg so I have tried a ton of gluten free pancake recipes and this is by far the BEST. I definitely recommend, I used the 1.25 cups of gluten free flour! Thanks!!
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I’m so glad you loved these, Anne!
My husband who doesn’t usually like pancakes really likes these and my grandchildren eat them plain they like them so much. FYI I am the only gluten intolerant member of the family and it is so good to finally find a pancake recipe that is really delicious. Thank you.
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Looking forward to trying. My nephew makes these and they are the best.
Terrible recipe, I used namaste flour and more than 2 cups of milk. And I only used 1 1/4 cup flour. It was so thick and took so long to cook.
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I’ve never had anyone have success with Namaste flour and this recipe. I’m sorry they didn’t turn out for you. I recommend using Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 All Purpose flour or KAF Gluten Free flour. Hands down, they perform the best.
I tried Namaste pancake mix and thought it was the worst ever. So my guess is that Namaste doesn’t make a good gf blend. I hope you try again with Bob’s or something else.
Amazing! I’m gluten free and these are the best pancakes I have ever tasted! Thank you!!
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Wow!! These are super fluffy and sooo delicious !!!! Thank you for this super easy and delicious recipe!!! I added banana, blueberries, and chocolate chips. So amazing !!!
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Fantastic recipe! I’m gluten free but my guy is not. However, he is a very good guy, supportive and health conscious. So when I buy gf items from the store I often get a report from him via thumbs up/down. There’s no middle of the road here. I made these pancakes this morning using the Bob’s 1:1 gf All Purpose Flour. I used Erythritol instead of sugar. The pancakes cooked so quickly. They were fluffy and delicious. We are already planning ahead for the next batch. Cooking some apple slices for topping and sprinkling with cinnamon. I’m making some to freeze for quick breakfasts during the week. Can’t wait to try more of your gf recipes!
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So glad you were able to use it and enjoy it together!
The best recipe ever with the best gluten free flour! Thank you very much! I now make them 2-3 times a week:)
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Hat can be used to replace the sugar?
In this recipe, you can omit it. Enjoy!
I just made thus gluten free pancake recipe..and they came out delicious! This is the first time I made gluten free pancakes. I used the King Arthur flour..I also added 2 ripe small bananas and Almond milk instead of whole milk and 6 pkgs stevia instead of sugar. Thank you for this recipe! I will be freezing the leftovers.
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I’m so glad this was a success and you enjoyed these, JoAnn!
Finally a perfect pancake! I have been looking for a truly equivalent gluten free alternative to the pancake for years, and the search is over. These were perfect. I used Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 flour mix, 2% lactose free milk, and included the optional butter (Kerry’s Irish gold). I used butter instead of oil in the pan. THANK YOU for creating this staple!!!
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I’m so glad!! I do feel that Bob’s 1:1 is the perfect flour for great gluten free pancakes. Thank you for trying it!