I’ve never come across a homemade pancake I didn’t enjoy! This recipe is incredibly simple because all you need to do is pour the batter into a baking pan and pop it in the oven. No waiting around, no flipping, and no messy coconut oil splashing on the pan—just bake and enjoy. It’s like magic! I tweaked this terrific recipe from Lianne’s newly updated cookbook, Sprout Right.
Sprout Right is a must-read for families expecting a baby, or anyone with infants, school-aged kids, or children of any age. It covers everything from breastfeeding to essential nutrients for kids. But regardless of your stage in life, I think you’ll love this recipe!
The recipe is gluten-free and paleo-friendly (if you use ghee instead of butter), and it only requires six ingredients! I know many of you are sensitive to dairy, so feel confident that ghee works perfectly! If you’re feeling adventurous, you can make your own ghee—it’s more economical and incredibly satisfying! In fact, I have a video on my YouTube channel that shows you how to make ghee.
Ghee is fantastic because the process removes all dairy proteins, making it ideal for those with food allergies or sensitivities. If you’re using butter, I’d recommend grass-fed or certified organic butter. I generally prefer grass-fed, even though it’s a bit pricier, as it’s richer in nutrients like CLA and beta-carotene.
The pancake itself (before you add toppings) has a lovely texture—it’s not overly dense, despite being primarily made from almond flour. I enhanced it by sautéing apples and pecans for the topping, just like in my Apple Walnut French Toast from Joyous Health—a recipe I’ve loved for years!
Cooked apples are so comforting, don’t you think? Since I was young, my mom baked apples for a healthy dessert, filling our home with a delightful aroma. Here, we’re sautéing them, but they still smell heavenly!
Once your apple pecan topping is ready, and your pancakes are baked, add a generous scoop to your serving, drizzle with maple syrup, and dig in! This recipe works great for entertaining because you can mingle with guests rather than being tied to the kitchen, especially while enjoying a Rise and Shine Latte.
I’ve made a couple of tweaks to the original recipe, which you’ll find below.
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Looking for a good alternative to almond flour due to a tree nut allergy in the house? This recipe looks delicious! Is there a vegan version with egg and butter substitutes? You can use a butter replacement like Earth Balance made from sunflower (rather than soy) to maintain the buttery flavor, and eggs can be replaced with a flax egg. Hope that helps!
For a nut-free option, try this pancake recipe that’s just as tasty: [World’s Easiest Pancake Recipe](https://www.joyoushealth.com/16527-blog-world-s-easiest-pancake).
Thank you, Joy! Have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Thanks a lot, Virginia! I hope you really enjoy this recipe!
Hey Joy, how did you keep the parchment paper from curling before adding butter?
Just scrunch it into a ball and wet it thoroughly.
Do you mix the batter with melted butter once you pour it on top?
You don’t need to, but it won’t hurt the recipe if you do; it will just integrate more of the butter flavor.
Can I use vegan butter if I have a dairy allergy?
Absolutely! Ghee would work too unless your allergy is anaphylactic.
Hello, I accidentally bought superfine almond flour—will that work?
Yes, it will!
I tried this recipe and loved it. I’m planning to make it again but wanted to clarify what you mean by mixing. Should I use an electric mixer or will a wooden spoon or rubber spatula work?
You don’t need an electric mixer, though you can use it if you prefer. A rubber spatula works just fine. Glad you’re enjoying it!
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Can I use another type of flour since I can’t have almonds?
Try this alternate recipe and use Sunbutter in place of almond butter: [Baked Pancakes with Almond Butter and Berries](https://www.joyoushealth.com/27453-blog-baked-pancakes-with-almond-butter-and-berries).
I made this for brunch and it was fantastic! I’ll be making it again soon. Thank you!
Great to hear you loved it! It’s a real gem!
