Keto Pumpkin Pancakes

These keto pumpkin pancakes should be a fall & winter staple. Light, fluffy with the perfect crispy edges these low-carb pumpkin pancakes are a welcome treat and make the ideal offering for a weekend brunch.

They are grain-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, tree nut-free, and keto-friendly. Imagine enjoying a delicious keto pancake that has all the fall flavors you love minus all the carbs!

Just call these your I-quit sugar pumpkin pancakes and stay true to your keto diet.

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Keto Pumpkin Pancakes

Not only are these pumpkin pancakes keto-friendly, they are made with coconut flour and therefore also tree-nut-free. Making it a perfect choice for those who cannot consume nuts but tolerate well coconut flour.

These keto pancakes freeze beautifully, which is why making two batches during the weekend and freezing the leftovers so that you can pop them in the toaster on busy weekday mornings is a fantastic option.

I love that this recipe can be made easily in a blender saving you time especially if you plan on making these pumpkin pancakes during the holidays. 

Plus, it’s a great way to use leftover pumpkin puree since it only uses 1/2 cup in the recipe. 

How To Make Keto Pumpkin Pancakes

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Making these pumpkin pancakes is pretty straightforward. You’ll basically be whisking together all the dry ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and then combining them with the wet ingredients.

Keep in mind that it’s important to not overpack your coconut flour when measuring. Something I advocate is to add the coconut flour by tablespoons into your measuring cup instead of scooping and leveling as you do with traditional baking.

This is because coconut flour can be very thirsty and if you add too much of it into your recipes, they are bound to be too dry. So take your time and measure carefully.

You’ll also only want to use golden flax in these recipes regular flax produces gummy, heavy pancakes which is exactly what you don’t want. 

This recipe makes about 12 light and fluffy, keto pumpkin pancakes that are about 3 inches in diameter. However, you can easily make them dollar-sized which will give you approximately 16 small pancakes. 

Of course, you can also choose to make 4-inch pancakes for a total of 10 servings. The nutritional facts are stated for one 3-inch pancake.

Next, using a high-power blender, add the cream cheese, eggs, and heavy cream until well combined. Then add the dry ingredients you’ve already measured and process at medium-high speed until the pancake batter is fully incorporated.

But if you do not have a blender that can adequately mix this pancake batter, you can also use an electric mixer.

If using an electric mixer, then first mix the cream cheese, sugar substitute, heavy cream, and eggs before adding the coconut flour, baking powder, and spices.

Important Tips When Making Keto Pumpkin Pancakes

Allow your batter to sit for 5 minutes before making your pumpkin pancakes, ensuring the best texture. This extra step is worth the time to help you get consistent results.

I add a tiny amount of psyllium husk that also helps give these pancakes better texture and adds to the harvest flavor, which makes these flapjacks stand out. 

You’ll be using a preheated non-stick electric griddle or a non-stick skillet to cook your pancakes. I like to add butter to my griddle/pan but you can also use a cooking spray if desired.

You should note that these low-carb pumpkin pancakes cook at a slightly lower temperature than your typical pancake batter.

So, if you are using an electric griddle, set it to 300 degrees to start with and then adjust your temperature if necessary.

Since it is a thick pumpkin pancake batter they will flip easily. If you’re not using an electric griddle but instead a non-stick griddle, then start the cooking process at a medium-high setting. Then raise or lower the heat as needed.

Using a 1/4 measuring cup, pour the keto pancake batter onto the hot greased griddle. 

You’ll know when it’s time to flip these pancakes when it begins to change from glossy to matte.

Because this batter is so thick, not many bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes, which is the more traditional sign that it’s time to flip. 

Ingredients Needed

• Full-fat cream cheese softened
• Eggs
• Coconut flour
• Golden flax meal
• Psyllium husk powder
• Granulated sugar substitute white or brown 
• Heavy whipping cream
• Pumpkin puree
• Baking powder
• Vanilla extract
• Cinnamon powder
• Ground ginger
• Ground nutmeg
• Salt
• 2-3 tablespoons of water to thin the batter if needed

Best Sugar-Substitute Options For Sugar-Free Pumpkin Pancakes

I have several options when it comes to which sweetener you can use in these sugar-free keto pumpkin pancakes, and I am partial to  Lakanto Monk Fruit.

Lakanto Monk Fruit is my favorite since the texture and flavor are what I have found to be the closest to real sugar and because the flavor fools your taste buds like nothing else I’ve found in the market.  You can choose to use their granulated white or brown sugar substitute in this recipe.

Having said that, I’m also partial to the brand Swerve, which is an erythritol blend. Similar to Lakanto, it uses sugar alcohols, which has a 0 % impact on blood sugar.

You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure if you prefer to use a stevia-based sweetener. 

Due note, that if this is your pick make sure you reduce the amount called for in the recipe by half since it’s a much sweeter option.

If you can’t easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splenda with good success. I know not everyone would agree with me here, and I respect that, but in my book, it’s still better than regular sugar. 

Lastly, Lankanto makes a great sugar-free maple syrup that complements this recipe perfectly. 

How To Store Your Keto Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

These keto-friendly pumpkin pancakes can be made ahead of time and then reheated on a warm griddle or in a 300-degree oven for about 15-20 minutes. The recipe makes 12-4-inch pancakes.

You can store them in your refrigerator for up to 5 days or can be frozen for up to 3 weeks. If you opt to freeze them you can defrost them overnight in the fridge or in your oven.

You can also pop them in your toaster/toaster oven for quick reheating of even your frozen pancakes. This makes this recipe a great option when Keto Meal Planning for your week.

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