Benefits of Buckwheat
Buckwheat consumption has been linked to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics (source), as well as lowering blood pressure and improving cholesterol levels. (source) I love working with buckwheat flour, particularly freshly ground buckwheat groats, because you don’t have to mix it with other flours or starches, as you have to do with many other gluten-free flours. You can buy buckwheat flour at many grocery stores now, but I prefer to grind my own buckwheat groats because the flavor isn’t as bitter and the color is a little more appealing. (Especially in these vegan buckwheat pancakes, if you look at the photos below!)
Store-Bought vs. Homemade Buckwheat Flour
Buckwheat hulls are included in most store-bought buckwheat flours, giving it a dark bluish-gray hue, as seen in the pancakes on the left above. The pancakes on the right are made with freshly ground buckwheat groats, and look a little more appealing for kids or picky family members. I tested this recipe using both the store-bought flour, and my homemade flour that I quickly ground in a coffee grinder. Making my own flour took only 30 seconds, and I think the difference is worth it– but the choice is up to you!
How to Make Buckwheat Pancakes
These vegan buckwheat pancakes are an easy one-bowl recipe that you can stir together in less than 10 minutes. I like to start by mashing the bananas in the bottom of the bowl with a fork, then you add in the rest of the ingredients and stir until a batter is formed!
I’m also lazy when it comes to pancakes, so I prefer to bake these pancakes instead of pan-frying them. Baking them means you can cook all 6 pancakes at once— which is a huge time-saver– and it also means you don’t need to add extra oil to the recipe, because there’s no pan to grease. Simply use a silicone baking mat, or parchment paper, to prevent sticking. If you prefer to fry these in a pan, feel free to do so, but I love having the whole batch ready to go in just 15 minutes of baking time. I hope you’ll enjoy them, too.
Recipe Notes:
This recipe makes 6 pancakes, enough to serve 2 people. Feel free to double or triple the recipe to have extras! I think these would keep well in the fridge for up to a week. I haven’t tried freezing them yet, but I imagine they would freeze and thaw well, too. If you need to use another type of gluten-free flour, I suggest starting with a different recipe. I have you covered if you need Coconut Flour Pancakes, Almond Flour Pancakes, Oatmeal Pancakes, or Vegan Oat Flour Pancakes.
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