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Low-carb, unsweetened pancake made with almond flour
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Unsweetened almond flour pancake (45 g) has 131 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.6 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 10.7 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 2.7 mg of Vitamin E covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
131
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
4.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
10.7g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 15% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 131 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.7 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 110 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Mix almond flour with eggs and milk or yogurt to make an unsweetened almond flour pancake batter, then cook small portions in a lightly greased, preheated pan. Flip each pancake only after the edges look set and the underside is cooked.
An unsweetened almond flour pancake often falls apart because it lacks enough binding or is flipped too soon. Eggs help hold the batter together, and almond flour does not form gluten like wheat flour; let the first side set before turning it.
Yes, but an unsweetened almond flour pancake without eggs may be more fragile because eggs help bind the batter. A flax-and-water mixture can be used as a plant-based binder; make the pancakes small and turn them gently.
No, an unsweetened almond flour pancake usually has a nuttier flavor and a denser, more tender texture than a wheat-flour pancake. Vanilla or cinnamon can complement the almond taste without adding sugar.
Fresh berries, plain yogurt, or unsweetened nut butter all work well on an unsweetened almond flour pancake. For a savory breakfast, try avocado or cheese; adding syrup or honey will make the finished meal sweetened.
Yes, but almond flour is not a direct one-for-one substitute for wheat flour in pancakes. It contains no gluten and behaves differently with liquid, so use a recipe designed for almond flour rather than simply swapping the flour.
Use a nonstick pan, preheat it, and coat it lightly with oil before cooking an unsweetened almond flour pancake. Wait until the underside is set before lifting it; trying to move it too early can tear the delicate pancake.
Yes, you can cook unsweetened almond flour pancakes ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container for about three days. Let them cool before storing, then reheat thoroughly in a pan or microwave when you are ready to eat.
Yes, unsweetened almond flour pancakes freeze well. Cool them completely, separate each pancake with parchment paper, and store them in a sealed freezer-safe container; reheat after thawing in a pan or microwave.
An unsweetened almond flour pancake may fit some diabetes meal plans, but its carbohydrate content and the toppings still matter. Individual responses and medication needs differ, so people managing diabetes should discuss suitable portions with their healthcare professional.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.75mg · 18% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B12
0.17µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
106mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
35mg · 8% DV
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 131 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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An unsweetened almond flour pancake is a modern, pan-cooked alternative to a flour-based pancake, made with finely ground almonds and no added sugar. It is not tied to one traditional regional cuisine, but is popular in low-carbohydrate recipe collections.
The pancakes are usually tender inside, lightly browned outside and gently nutty in flavour. They work for breakfast or brunch, served with berries, yoghurt or a little nut butter; fresh fruit makes a less sugary topping than syrup. Their nutritional profile is relatively low in carbohydrates and higher in fat and fibre than many conventional pancakes: each 100 g contains 10.2 g of carbohydrate and 5.6 g of fibre. For a lighter plate, keep toppings modest and add fruit.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 243:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (243:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.