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Coconut Flour Zucchini Pancakes

These Coconut Flour Zucchini Pancakes are light, fluffy, and naturally grain-free. A perfect nutritious breakfast with a subtle sweetness and warm cinnamon flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons coconut flour
  • 3 tablespoons tapioca flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1/2 cup zucchini, grated about 1/2 a medium zucchini

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Grater
  • Whisk or fork
  • Non-stick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Paper towels or clean kitchen cloth

Method
 

  1. Grate about half a medium zucchini using the fine side of your grater. If watery, squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 large eggs, melted coconut oil, and pure maple syrup until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the coconut flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
  4. Add the grated zucchini to the wet ingredients and stir gently to combine.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until a thick batter forms. Add a splash of milk or water if too dry.
  6. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with coconut oil. Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop batter onto the skillet and shape gently.
  7. Cook pancakes for 3-4 minutes until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  8. Serve warm with toppings like fresh fruit, maple syrup, yogurt, nut butters, or toasted coconut flakes.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, squeeze excess water from zucchini before adding to batter to avoid soggy pancakes.
  • Substitute tapioca flour with arrowroot powder or potato starch for similar texture.
  • Make it vegan by replacing eggs with chia or flax eggs and using plant-based oil.
  • Try adding blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts for delicious variations.
  • Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.