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    Category Home » Breakfast » Oat Flour Buttermilk Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

    Oat Flour Buttermilk Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

    Published: Jan 2, 2021 · Modified: Apr 25, 2022 by Leigh Anderson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These light and fluffy buttermilk pancakes have a secret ingredient in them… oat flour! Oat flour is made by grinding rolled oats onto a fine, powdery flour that’s gluten-free and delicious. These healthy pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or breakfast!

    five oat flour pancakes on a white plate topped with butter and maple syrup

    This no-fuss homemade oat flour pancake recipe is one you’ll make over and over again. I’ve made it every Sunday for the past three weekends and that’s because it’s not only delicious but easy to make and, well… almost healthy. I tend to drench mine in maple syrup and butter which might negate the nutrient benefits of oat flour but that’s neither here nor there.

    The best part about these pancakes is they are light and fluffy just like pancakes made with traditional flour, so much so that you might never know that they’re gluten-free!

    This recipe is a real blank slate. Feel free to top your oat flour pancakes with any of your favorite toppings or fold some chocolate chips, blueberries, or sliced banana into the batter for an extra treat!

    If you love this recipe check out another breakfast favorite: Puffed Millet Granola!

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    Here’s everything you’ll need to make oat flour pancakes: oat flour (homemade or store-bought), eggs, sugar, buttermilk*, vanilla, butter*, baking soda, and baking powder.

    *If you wish to make these pancakes dairy-free you can substitute plant-based buttermilk and use coconut oil in place of butter. For more info check out this post to learn 3 Ways to Make Buttermilk.

    oat flour pancake ingredients individually portioned

    How to Make Your Own Oat Flour:

    I usually just buy pre-made oat flour, but it’s actually super simple to make and it’s a great way to use up extra oats. To make oat flour all you need to do is blend rolled oats in a blender for 15-30 seconds until it resembles a fine powder. For more information check out this recipe here.

    Recipe Step By Step

    Step 1. Make the Batter

    This pancake batter is no different than any other. Whisk together the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet ingredients in another then fold the two together.

    a side by side of pancake batter in a silver mixing bowl. left is unmixed ingredients, right is fully mixed.

    Step 2. Cook the Pancakes

    Heat a griddle, nonstick, or cast iron pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a little bit of oil. Ladle the batter into the hot pan and cook until the surface of pancakes have some bubbles and the edges of the pancakes appear golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

    an oat flour buttermilk pancake cooking in a cast iron pan.  and a white plate filled with a pile of oat flour pancakes, syrup and melted butter

    Step 3. Serve

    Serve your pancakes with maple syrup and melted butter or any of your preferred toppings!

    FAQs and Expert Tips

    What is oat flour?

    Oat flour is a nutritious, whole-grain, gluten-free flour made from ground oats.

    What do oat flour pancakes taste like?

    Oat flour pancakes taste just like regular pancakes but with a slight whole-grain flavor. Trust me, you could serve these pancakes to children and they wouldn’t know the difference!

    Can I make the batter ahead of time?

    Yep! This pancake batter can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator.

    Can I freeze oat flour pancakes?

    Yes, you can freeze oat flour pancakes. For best results lay them out on a parchment-lined baking tray and freeze them for 1-2 hours then transfer to a Ziplock freezer bag for up to three months.

    Can I make these pancakes dairy-free?

    If you wish to make these pancakes dairy-free you can substitute plant-based buttermilk and use coconut oil in place of butter.

    Check out More Great Breakfast Recipes:

    • Savory Smoked Salmon Dutch Baby
    • Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
    • Banana Bread Granola with Brown Butter and Maple Syrup
    • Kimchi Brown Rice Breakfast Bowls
    • Creamy Coconut Brown Rice Porridge
    • Croque Monsieur Croissant Bake

    I love to hear from readers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. If you make this recipe be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! Don’t forget to follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates!

    Oat Flour Buttermilk Pancakes

    These light and fluffy buttermilk pancakes have a secret ingredient in them… oat flour! Oat flour is made by grinding rolled oats onto a fine, powdery flour that's gluten-free and delicious. These healthy pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or breakfast!
    4.88 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 321kcal
    Author: Leigh Anderson

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ c oat flour
    • 3 tbsp sugar
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp baking soda
    • ½ tsp salt
    • 1 ¾ c buttermilk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 3 tbsp melted butter
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
    • maple syrup and butter for serving

    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the oat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla, and egg. Next, add the dry ingredients to the buttermilk mixture; whisk until just moistened (do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine).
    • Heat a griddle, nonstick, or cast iron pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a little bit of oil. Ladle ⅓c of the batter into the hot pan and cook until the surface of pancakes have some bubbles and the edges appear golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Repeat this process until all of the pancakes are cooked.
    • Serve the pancakes warm with plenty of maple syrup and butter!

    Notes

    Ingredient Notes:
    • Oat Flour: you can use store-bought or homemade oat flour
    • Eggs: for egg-free pancakes use two flax eggs
    • Buttermilk: to make a quick buttermilk substitute combine: 1c milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice

    FAQs:
    • Can I freeze oat flour pancakes? Yes, you can freeze oat flour pancakes. For best results lay them out on a parchment-lined baking tray and freeze them for 1-2 hours then transfer to a Ziplock freezer bag for up to three months.
    • Can I make oat flour pancake batter ahead of time? Yep! This pancake batter can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator.
    Equipment:
    Cast Iron Pan | Mixing Bowls | Olive Wood Spoons

    Nutrition

    Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 308IU | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Barb

      March 09, 2023 at 12:45 pm

      Can you tell me how many pancakes this makes?

      Reply
      • Leigh Anderson

        March 09, 2023 at 1:14 pm

        Hi Barb, this recipe makes about 8 pancakes.

        Reply
        • Barb

          March 09, 2023 at 3:27 pm

          Thanks so much

          Reply
    2. Erin

      January 14, 2023 at 10:06 am

      4 stars
      Made these with homemade butter, and homemade buttermilk. Homemade buttermilk is much thinner than store bought so I had to increase the oat flour. Everyone loved them.

      Reply
    3. Cal

      March 01, 2022 at 1:49 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! Loved that it has buttermilk and butter in it. My mom liked it as well.

      Reply
    4. Lauren

      February 20, 2021 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      Made these pancakes this morning and my husband just loved them, I did also! Said he would eat them from now, no need for other pancake recipes at our house.

      Reply
      • Leigh Hyatt Anderson

        February 20, 2021 at 12:02 pm

        I’m so glad you liked them! Thanks Lauren! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Ann

      February 10, 2021 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      made with blueberries. very good!

      Reply

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