Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or any oil of your choice, plus more for cooking)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or your favorite dairy-free milk, plus more if needed)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Vegetable
- 1/2 cup finely grated zucchini (peeled if you prefer to avoid green specks)
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg (or flax egg), avocado oil, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and sea salt to the wet mixture and stir until the mixture is fully combined and crumbly in texture.
- Incorporate Zucchini and Milk: Stir in the finely grated zucchini and almond milk, mixing until smooth. Add additional almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, if you prefer a thinner batter.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the heated skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and pancakes begin to puff, approximately 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown, about 3-4 more minutes.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, syrup, or dairy-free yogurt.
Notes
- If opting for a vegan version, replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water, mixed and rested for 5 minutes).
- Peeled zucchini can reduce the visual appearance of green flecks if desired.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve preferred pancake thickness.
- Ensure skillet is properly heated to achieve even cooking and golden color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
