These Keto Blueberry Pancakes are light and fluffy, with fresh sweet juicy blueberries makes this one tasty and easy to make low carb breakfast. Serve with your favorite sugar-free maple syrup over the top and indulge without the guilt.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe
• 🛒 Ingredients for Keto Pancakes
• 🔪 How to Make Almond Flour Pancakes
• 💡 Tips for Making the Best Keto Pancakes
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• Can I freeze leftover pancakes?
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• What kind of flour is best for pancakes?
• What if I don't like blueberries?
• Can I use egg whites only for the batter?
• Why is it better to make Keto pancakes smaller than traditional ones?
• How many carbs in pancakes?
• How many carbs in Keto pancakes mix?
• Are Blueberries Keto Friendly?
• 🍽️ More Keto Recipes Using Blueberries
• What is Oat Fiber? Is Oat Fiber Keto?
• What is a Substitute for Oat Fiber?

❤️ Why You'll Love This Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe

• Light and fluffy pancakes
• Amazing texture
• Sweet fresh juicy blueberries
• Quick and easy to make
• Gluten Free and kid friendly

These blueberry pancakes are honestly the best pancakes you'll ever make. They are so light and fluffy and have a nice sweet bite to them, with the addition of fresh blueberries!

This is such a super easy low carb pancake recipe to make and even your pickiest eaters will appreciate them. They really are very close in texture to traditional pancakes made with flour!

I can't think of a better way to start your day, than to whip up a batch of these easy pancakes to enjoy. Also be sure to try these buttermilk pancakes, ricotta almond pancakes and even tiramisu pancakes!

🛒 Ingredients for Keto Pancakes

• Almond flour
• Blueberries
• Oat Fiber
• Eggs
• Heavy cream
• Vanilla Extract
• monk fruit/allulose
• Baking Powder
• Avocado Oil

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Hand mixer
• Whisk
• Brush
• Nonstick skillet

🔪 How to Make Almond Flour Pancakes

Separate the eggs. Whip the egg whites until you get soft peaks and set aside.

In another bowl, add the egg yolks, sweetener, vanilla and the heavy cream.  Mix using a hand mixer for about 2 minutes.

Add the egg whites in and mix briefly.

In a separate bowl, add the almond flour, oat fiber and baking powder.

Whisk the dry ingredients until well combined.

Add the dry ingredients into the wet and mix until combined.

Fold in the blueberries. The pancake batter should be a little loose, but not too runny.  Add a little more heavy cream, if needed.

Brush some avocado oil, coconut oil or clarified butter/ghee onto a skillet on low heat and add the pancake batter to make pancakes of about 3-4” in diameter.  

Cook them on low heat with a lid on for a few minutes on each side, this is key!

Once you see them start to puff up, tiny bubbles will form and the bottoms will start browning, it's time to flip them!

Serve with some butter, sugar-free maple syrup and a few extra blueberries on top.

💡 Tips for Making the Best Keto Pancakes

• Whip the egg whites separately: this helps to give the batter more volume, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
• Don't make them too large: be sure to make your pancakes on the smaller side, this helps them fluff up more and are also easier to flip.
• Cook them over low heat: you will be tempted to turn the heat up, but you won’t get the same result if you do, so be patient and it will be worth the wait.
• Cook with the lid on: Using a lid helps to ensure the tops are cooking, since you are using low heat. I also use a glass lid so I can see when those bubbles start to form, indicating it's time to flip them.
• Don't overcook them: if you overcook the pancakes, the blueberries can burst and and scorch the pan.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store leftover pancakes in the fridge for a few days in an airtight container.

Can I freeze leftover pancakes?

Absolutely! For leftovers, line a sheet pan with parchment paper, place the pancakes in a single layer on the pan. Allow the pancakes to come to room temperature, before putting them in the freezer for 2 hours. Place the frozen pancakes in a freezer safe container or freezer bag.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Oat fiber is a key ingredient, it is what helps give better structure and a more traditional texture to the pancakes. If you don't have oat fiber, it's honestly worth getting and don't worry, you'll never be left with unused oat fiber because I have a TON of recipes using oat fiber, check them out here!
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can either unsweetened coconut milk or buttermilk instead. You can also use unsweetened almond milk, but use a little less since it's a bit thinner than the heavy cream.
• For a stronger vanilla flavor, use ¼-1/2 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste instead of the extract.
• You can also use a small amount of almond extract if you'd like, thought I would not use more than ¼ teaspoon because it's pretty strong and can quickly overpower the flavor of the pancakes.

What kind of flour is best for pancakes?

Using a combination of super fine almond flour and oat fiber really helps give these pancakes the best texture. Pancakes with oat fiber have a soft and fluffy texture that you look for in a pancake.

What if I don't like blueberries?

You don't have to add them. This Keto pancake recipe is delicious just plain with butter and sugar-free maple syrup. Or you can add a raspberry sauce or strawberry sauce over the top instead.

Can I use egg whites only for the batter?

It is not recommended. Using only egg whites only removes a lot of fat that is needed to give these low carb pancakes the texture they need.

Why is it better to make Keto pancakes smaller than traditional ones?

Almond flour renders a more delicate pancake than regular flour. Making them smaller helps to keep them together when flipping.

How many carbs in pancakes?

Traditional pancakes made with flour packs up to 17 grams of carbs per serving.

How many carbs in Keto pancakes mix?

By replacing the flour with almond flour, the carbs in these Keto pancakes, with the blueberries included, are reduced to 5 net carbs per serving.

Are Blueberries Keto Friendly?

In comparison with most other fruit, blueberries have fewer net carbs, plus they're packed with Keto nutritional value because other their fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. To read all about the health benefits of blueberries, check out this article.

For a whole cup of blueberries, there're are approximately 14 grams of net carbs. And where that may sound like a lot, keep in mind, this whole recipe calls for only ¾ cup.

🍽️ More Keto Recipes Using Blueberries

• Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
• Blueberry Muffins
• Blueberry Crumb Loaf
• Blueberry Lemon Scones
• Blueberry Sauce

What is Oat Fiber? Is Oat Fiber Keto?

Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It's pure insoluble fiber, which doesn't dissolve in water and isn't broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that's why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!

What is a Substitute for Oat Fiber?

To get the best results, it's best to use oat fiber if you can. If you're unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.

*Originally published on October 9, 2018, updated on November 30, 2023 with a slight change to the recipe, all new photos and helpful tips.