Soft, fluffy pancakes made without grains or gluten-free! They have the texture and look of traditional pancakes but are much tastier and healthier. High in protein, too!
The elusive pour shot.
If you’re a food blogger you know EXACTLY what I am talking about. If not, let me explain…
As I’ve been taking food photography more seriously over these past few months, I’ve been trying to work on technique and styling the most. One of my favorite types of shots to see online from a blogger is a pour shot.
Something about perfectly capturing a drizzle of chocolate sauce on an ice cream sundae or stream of milk into a cereal bowl is just so captivating. How do they do it?! How do they capture motion in such an exquisitely beautiful way!?
I wanted to learn for myself. So I went online and did some research on camera settings. I had the info I needed, but nothing to pour!
I thought about recipes I had recently made and none of them warranted a pour of a sauce or topping. But then it hit me! Pancakes! I had just had a my go-to gluten-free, easy to make pancakes for dinner the night before (yes I am a breakfast for dinner fiend!) and had no problem whipping up another batch to practice my pouring skills with. Maple syrup is, after all, the quintessential pourable food. 🙂
So with a plate of pancakes in hand and a my jug of maple syrup primed for pouring, I dove in and just went for it.
I knew I’d only have one or two chances before my pancakes were totally soaked in syrup, so I had to get it right on the first go. Luckily, I (sort of) succeeded.
Ready to see the result?
Now I am not saying it’s the best pour shot ever, but for my first attempt, I am pretty happy! Remember I did this sans tripod, sans helper (for the pouring duty), and sitting on the cold floor of my photography studio (AKA our sunroom). Juggling a camera and a bottle of syrup all whilst trying to stay steady and click the camera button at the proper time is NO JOKE. Kudos to anyone who has perfected their pour shot technique!
I am still going to keep working. In fact, I have a few other recipes in mind that I want to make just for the fact that they justify a pouring of something over the top. But for now…WE EAT PANCAKES.
The Best Ever Gluten-Free Pancakes
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast Foods
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp whey protein powder
- 2 tbsp tigernut flour (or coconut flour)
- ½ tsp pysillium husk powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon (or pumpkin pie spice/apple pie spice)
- ½ cup liquid egg whites
- ¼ cup almond or cashew milk
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together. Let sit in the fridge for at least one hour to thicken. Heat a well sprayed skillet over medium heat. Cook pancakes one at a time, flipping when bubbles form on one side. Repeat with remaining batter.
This is my go-to pancake recipe. It comes out perfect every time, creates the most fluffy, delicious pancakes, and is super high in protein. Totally customizable as well and perfect for topping with your favorite fruits, syrups, jams, or nut butters! Here are some non-traditional pancake toppings if you need some inspiration…
So now that you’re clued in on what a ‘pour shot’ is, will you try it for yourself? If you do, post it on Instagram and tag me! I want to see your work…successes or failures count! 😉
Have you mastered the ‘pour shot’?
What’s your favorite topping for pancakes?
Are you a breakfast for dinner lover like me?
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Wonder if it would work with pea protein?
Not sure! I’ve never tried it with vegan protein! Let me know if it works for you. 🙂
Great shot! I’ve been wanting to try tiger nut flower, but ill have to try these with coconut until I can get my hands on some 🙂
Coconut works just as well! 🙂
Kaila you are my hero! That photo looks awesome. I have not yet mastered the pour shot. Teach me your ways!
Haha! Thank you so much! Not as great as some but I’m definitely working on improving!
These do look pretty darn delicious! Thanks for linking up and sharing!
Thanks for hosting, Annmarie! Your waffles look amazing!
Love that you used tiger nut flour, I forgot about that stuff! These look delish!
It is so good, isn’t it?! I need to use it more often!
I’ve been working on my food pics too and I think you got the great shot! These look delish thanks for linking up for meatless Monday today
Thanks Deborah! It was tough! LOL
I keep seeing this tigernut flour pop up. I may just have to get my hands on some to try it out!
It is sooooo good! And unique!
Gotta love some gluten-free pancakes!! I need to make some since I have been craving pancakes lately.
Thanks Hannah! These are my go to!
I need to work on the pour shot…. of course my camera is heavy and I don’t usually pull out a tripod and when I ask the girls to help well…. they like their syrup what can I say.
These look delicious and of course I clicked because I saw best ever and I was a little surprised with the coconut and nut flour as usually those aren’t the fluffiest gluten free flours, but I’m sure they don’t have the gummy bean taste so that would be a win. Not sure how these would work with a plantbased powder but as a pancake loving family I’ll have to give them a try and play around.
Pancakes for umm any meal because we will eat them when we can get them. More often then not lately though if we have them it’s for brinner!
Happy Meatless Monday, thank you for linking up with us!
Haha! You’re lucky to have little kitchen helpers! I need a side kick to help me with food photography!
Looks so delicious!!!
Thank you!!
I love breakfast anytime of the day and these look PERFECT!
As for pour shots… they’re kind of like winning the lottery around here. I either get them or I really miserably don’t 😛
That’s how I felt with this shot! I didn’t even realized I got it until a few minutes later when I checked on my camera!
My daughter eats gluten free and I am going to pass this recipe on to her. They look wonderful. Thank you
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Awesome! Let me know if she tries them!
My son eats gluten free and loves pancakes. Must give these a whirl thanks! #tastytuesdays
Awesome let me know how it goes!
These gluten-free pancakes look great! I will have to try this recipe for my son. Thanks.
Let me know how he likes them!
yum! thanks for this recipe! I’ve been doing a mostly gluten-free diet on this challenge lately so this is awesome!
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Cool! Definitely try them out!
I am always looking for healthy breakfast ideas for my son. These pancakes look delicious. I’m pinning them.
Thank you for sharing them at Talented Tuesday Link Party. Enjoy the rest of your week, Kim
Enjoy them!
Great, I’m going to need these! I’m slowly eliminating all gluten from my pantries to start my whole foods lifestyle! Glad I found ya 🙂
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Definitely give these a try!
Your pour shot looks delicious 😉 Food photography is hard! I think your photos, and especially your pancakes, look fantastic! Thanks for linking up with #merrymonday this week.
Definitely! It’s such a learning process! Thank you!
I don’t believe that I’ve ever tried any gluten free pancakes, but these look delicious!
Thank you so much Linda!!!
Sounds awesome! Would it matter much if I don’t use psyllium husk powder? I don’t think I have that on hand!
Coming over from the Let’s Get Real Friday Party 🙂
-Fabiola at wonderfabi.wordpress.com
It acts as a thickener! Perhaps try a little cornstarch?
It’s always good to have another alternative gluten-free pancake recipe. Love your NON-traditional toppings. Thanks!
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Thanks Ann! Enjoy!
Breakfast for dinner? You’re my kinda gal Kaila! Funny that i never have maple syrup on pancakes but have had most of your non traditional toppings now what does that say about me? hahaha Great job with the action shots they’re really tricky.
Haha! Love ANY toppings on pancakes! You really can’t go wrong!
All I could think of when looking at those shots (which look great, by the way) is, ‘Did she eat those pancakes after putting them on the floor? What a terrible waste of delicious food!’ We take pancakes VERY seriously around our house! 🙂
Haha! No worries! It’s not the floor! It’s supremely clean tiles I use for food photography! 🙂
Phew! That’s a relief! 🙂
Dropping by from Olives-n-Okra….the pancakes look great and your pour shot turned out well!
Thank you so much!
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I’ll be there! Thanks!
These seriously do look like the best gluten free pancakes! I love the ingredients you used too!
Thank you so much Andrea! Let me know if you try them!
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I have not perfected the pour shot, but luckily I have someone to do the pouring while I take the photo! I am really impressed by your shot, especially as it had the added difficulty in doing it yourself! Love gluten free pancakes and waffles, I’m a bit obsessed! LOL
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Haha! Thank you so much!
So glad I found this! I need a good coconut flour pancake recipe, and these look divine!
You’ll love these!
Not only is this a great recipe but your pour shot is glorious! Now that I know that is a thing, I’m going to make something that needs one!
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Thanks for sharing!
I sure do love your pancakes! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
Miz Helen
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Thank you!
These look delicious! Thanks for sharing at the Sunday Fitness & Food Link-Up!
Thank you so much!
Looks so yummy!
Thank you!
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Yum! My family loves pancakes, especially on the weekends. Thanks for sharing this with us at Savoring Saturdays linky party!
So welcome!
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applesauce and honey are my favorite toppings, ever since i was a kid! i’ll put sunflower seed or almond butter if i have it, too 🙂
Ooooh all of those toppings sounds delicious!
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Thanks for the tip!
These look SO good!!! Love the gorgeous griddle marks, too!
Thanks so much!!
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