The optional lemon zest in these keto pancakes give them so much flavor without adding to the carb count! Enjoy these cream cheese pancakes with sugar free syrup and lots of butter.
Keto Pancakes that are this delicious bring back vivid childhood memories of waking up on Sunday morning to my dad making us homemade pancakes.
I love hot pancakes with butter and cold syrup. This keto pancakes recipe is made with cream cheese to keep them low carb friendly!
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I am not one to make pancakes from scratch very often because I like to keep it easy and I hate standing at the stove for an hour flipping pancakes. These keto pancakes are so easy, I have made them 3 times this week!
My trick is to throw all of the ingredients into my single serve blender cup that came with my Ninja blender! I pulse it a few times, let the mixture sit for a minute while my skillet heats up, and then pour each pancake into the pan, straight from the blender cup. It doesn't get much easier than that!
KETO CREAM CHEESE PANCAKES
The ingredients in these keto pancakes recipe are not going to make a super fluffy pancake. Thats what makes these cream cheese pancakes easy because they lack ingredients that would be needed to make them fluffy. Less ingredients = less work. I'm okay with that, and I actually find really fluffy pancakes get heavy in my tummy. Blech.
KETO PANCAKES
The lemon zest in these keto pancakes packs a huge punch of flavor without adding to the carb count...score! I know what you're thinking...what am I going to do with this darn lemon now? Well, I would totally make my Roast Chicken with Lemon and Thyme or my Keto Chicken Salad! They are both amazing!
I have another low carb pancake recipe that uses protein powder for an extra protein punch. Check out my recipe for Protein Pancakes!
I eat these keto cream cheese pancakes slathered in butter and sugar free syrup. I'm on the hunt for a sucralose free, sugar free syrup...do you have a favorite?
HOW TO MAKE KETO PANCAKES VIDEO:
Keto Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 oz Cream Cheese
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Coconut Flour or 4 Tablespoons Almond Flour (click here to see my favorite brand)
- 1 teaspoon Granular Sweetener (Click here to see my favorite on Amazon)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest optional
- pinch of salt
- splash of Vanilla
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and spray with cooking spray
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until mixed
- pour enough batter to make each pancake approximately 4 inches across
- Brown on both sides and serve hot with sugar free syrup
Jennifer's tips
Nutrition per serving
Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.
Anna says
I switched out the almond flour for protein powder and they turned out amazing. The batter was a bit thinner than probably if I had used flour as instructed but I was going for more of a thin, crepe-like pancake so it was just what I wanted. Even made some extras for lunch this week, can't wait!
LINDA BISHOP says
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR DELICIOUS RECIPES. THIS RECIPE DOES NOT HAVE BAKING POWDER NEEDED, BUT ON THE VIDEO YOU STATED BANKING SODA
Annette says
Have made these many times - just love them. I vary the recipe - add a little extra sweetener and some cinnamon, leave out the lemon.
They are fantastic with just butter, no syrup needed.
Victoria says
I love these but mine are SO thin!
Are they 9 or 3 net carbs?
I'm thinking 3 , yes?
Barbara Bergeron says
I definitely will be making these, but I have a question. It says there are 9g carbs and 3g fiber so shouldn't that be 6 net carbs not 3?
Melissa Gordon says
The pancakes were really good!
Kay says
These were delicious, I really enjoyed this recipe!
Annie says
Yummy!! ???
kassandra says
How many pancakes are in one serving
jenniferbanz says
The recipe is 1 serving so however many pancakes you make with the recipe
Susie Wooldridge says
Just wanted to let you know that in the printed out version of your pancake batter, you forgot to add the 1/2 tsp of baking powder - you might want to revise it -
Thanks for all you do!
Susie Wooldridge
jenniferbanz says
Thank you Susie!
Ana says
They are so easy to make and they taste so good
Denisse says
Love this recipe! They taste just like regular pancakes!
Susan says
Great tasting! Love the lemon zest. Followed printed recipe. It doesn’t have any milk or baking soda (pancakes in video used baking soda but I think that was from a different pancake recipe she has.) Didn’t need any syrup with these. Kind of tastes like a lemon pound cake. Very pleasant. They do come out thinner than regular pancakes but still a great substitute for those of us on Keto. My boyfriend who is not doing Keto really liked them as well.
M McNamara says
I had my doubts while I was making them, but they taste like real pancakes. Absolutely amazing! Thanks for making my keto journey a little bit easier!
Daphne says
Made these this morning and I wish I could include a picture because they came out EXACTLY as you pictured. I am beyond impressed by this perfect recipe. I will be using these even after I stop keto since I have to eat gluten free. You should advertise gluten free more on your posts!
jenniferbanz says
I should do that, Daphne! I know a lot of keto recipes are gluten free, but most people following a gluten free diet are not keto. So glad you liked the recipe!
Vickie Brown says
Can you use lemon extract in the batter in stead of lemon zest.
jenniferbanz says
Sure!
Katie says
I tried making these this morning but since I was out of eggs I used a flaxseed/water mixture enough to substitute 2 eggs. It didn't work. Smells good but is not holding together on the griddle when I flip.
jenniferbanz says
Good to know, thank you Katie!
Janet Harris says
Loved the breakfast pancakes. Somehow I read the directions incorrectly and put both flours in, wow what flavor. Using Reddi Whip and blue berries for topping. I will cook them again using the correct measurements of flour next time. Love your recipe s.
Carol says
Just made these. Very good! Will be making them often.
Raine says
Just tried these for breakfast today, there was a lot more to come out of it than I thought! My sister and I both agree these are absolutely amazing. Thanks so much!
Liz Smith says
Omg! These were DELICIOUS! I’m brand new to Keto so I wasn’t sure how they would compare to regular pancakes and I absolutely loved them!! Thank you for the recipe!!
Dee says
Second time making these pancakes. Wow! I didn’t have a lemon therefore I used lime zest. Citrus flavor was just as good. Loving my new keto lifestyle and the delicious low carb food options. Great with a side of sugar free bacon. Thank you!
D.Williams says
I loved the Keto pancakes! I went a little bit nuts lol. I added an over medium egg and made a sandwich lol and I added a few peacans. Lastly, I added whip cream and four blueberries! Yummy
Oh and no syrup!!!
Lucie Barr says
If you want fat & fiber with no added carbs, and can stand a grainier texture, I added a couple tablespoons of ground flax seed and and extra egg. Turned out yummy.
Pam says
Declicoous but very watery, def needs a thickening agent like baking soda or phsylium
Lori says
These pancakes were great! I was at the bottom of the flour bags so I used 2 tbsp coconut & 4 tbsp almond for a double batch. Texture was good & loved the lemon zest. Didn’t have syrup on habd so used whipped cream & a couple of blueberries - such a treat! Thank you for the recipe!
Christine Bartron says
I just made these this morning and they were so delicious!
Heather Keeney says
Awesome recipe! Will definitely make again! What is the serving size for the pancakes according to the nutritional facts listed?
jenniferbanz says
The serving size is for the whole recipe
Heather says
Great recipe!!!!! How many pancakes in each serving? Trying to log my servings on the carb manager app. Please help! Thanks
jenniferbanz says
The nutrition inför is for the whole recipe
Shannon says
How many pancakes per serving? Just one pancake? Just have to clarify so I can count my macros properly. I am making these later or tomorrow! Thanks for the recipe!!! Where else can I find all your recipes? 🙂 have a blessed day!
jenniferbanz says
The macros are for the entire recipe
Emily L says
Loved it! Didn't have lemon so I skipped it. Can't wait to make the next batch with lemon zest!
Debbie Camacho says
Why doesn't the written recipe list the baking soda?
Meagan says
Do you know how many net carbs per serving? These look delicious!
jenniferbanz says
Sorry to hear that! If you have thin pancake batter, more dry would be needed. A little more almond flour should have done the trick.
Peggy Weis says
So good ,I use Walden farms syrup I was so hungry for it
Niki says
Hi,
I've started Keto but not fully. My son has severe nut allergy so for these pancakes (not using regular flour) what flour can u reccommend?
Fyi almond flour not an option
Thank u
Niki
jenniferbanz says
Is coconut flour an option or is he also allergic to coconut flour? Here is a coconut flour pancake recipe: https://jenniferbanz.com/keto-blueberry-pancakes
Paola V. says
I made these again last night but this time without the lemon and sugar. They made perfect tortilla wraps for my chicken quesadillas!
Paola V. says
I made these pancakes just this morning for my dad and I. We loved them. The lemon definitely adds wonderful dimension of flavour.
I tried your protein powder pancakes too but these are my favorite.
Darcel de Sylva says
Best Keto Pancakes!!!
Will definitely make again!
The lemon is definitely THE SECRET INGREDIENT!!!
Added 2 drops Now Brand Lemon Twist Stevia!!!
jenniferbanz says
So glad you liked the recipe!
Ioana says
I love the bubbles in that pictures. Made this recipe and is so good. Probably my favorite low carb pancake on the internet.
Bridg says
I've not tried other recipes to have a comparison, but these are outstanding! Simple to make, one of the lowest in carbs too. Very versatile with flavor combos. Thank you!!!
jenniferbanz says
So glad you liked them!
Claudia says
My Mum made pancakes yesterday I really wanted lemon and sugar pancakes, I resisted, so I am definitely giving these a go !
Do you realize if you replace the almond flour with whey protein powder you get cheesecake ingredients ! I wonder if they would taste like cheesecake ?
jenniferbanz says
Let me know if you try it, Claudia! A nice protein boost!
Edyta at Innocent Delight says
I love that you used almond flour for these low carb pancakes. I will be definitely making them. Thanks for awesome recipe.
Tara | Deliciously Declassified says
Yum! I've never had low carb pancakes but these look delicious! I love the addition of lemon zest. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Camilla says
What delicious pancakes and great that they are low carb:-)
Christine says
Almond flour is great! I use it often. Will give this recipe a try.
Julia @ Happy Foods Tube says
Love these low carb pancakes and the lemon zest is a great idea!
Nicholas K. says
So good and good for you too! Thanks ?
Rachel says
Yum! I love pancakes but need to cut back on the carbs. This sounds like a great recipe!
Kirsten says
I love pancakes and these sound excellent! I love that the ingredients look much better for you than traditional pancakes!
I've actually started a brand new linkup that focuses on health/wellness/fitness and I'd love for you to drop a link there! I'm trying to gain some exposure on it and I have really high hopes for it! No stress, but would really appreciate it! http://www.thewanderingbrunette.com/fit-tuesday/
patrick says
These look delicious ! and great photos too. citrus is always a good add to sweets!
Kristine-Bites of Flavor says
YUM!! You had me at lemon. I've never put lemon in pancakes... now I know what I'm making this weekend :)!
Travel Pockets (Crystal) says
I love pancakes and these look soooooo good!! Love your pictures and how you presented them.
Low Carb with Jennifer says
Thank you Crystal!
Maria says
Thank you for saving my diet haha! I will sure make this in the morning tomorrow!
Dominique says
If it has lemon in it, I will eat it! Love that this is on the healthy side too! Thanks for sharing!
Low Carb with Jennifer says
Love lemon!
Callum says
1. Lemon is one of THE bets flavours, ever.
2. Pancakes are the best breakfast, ever.
3. This sounds incredible.
Truthfully, I didn't used to like pancakes, not the American kind anyway, but recently I've been eating them more and more and I've fallen in love with them. Such a great start to the day and even better that it's low-carb! Awesome recipe, and great photos.
Low Carb with Jennifer says
We lived in Germany for 4 years and I never tried German pancakes. I so wish I had!
bianca says
You had me at Pancakes!
Sherry says
These look delicious! I'm also excited to try out new keto-friendly recipes! We're having this for breakfast this weekend!
Low Carb with Jennifer says
Let me know what you think!
Rachel says
These are delicious! It is so nice to have a pancake option.
Low Carb with Jennifer says
Yes, definitely!