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Einkor Kefir Pancakes

Kefir Einkorn Pancakes

Soft, fluffy kefir einkorn pancakes made with ancient einkorn flour and creamy milk kefir. Lightly tangy, golden brown, and easy to digest. This simple breakfast recipe comes together fast and cooks up tender every time. Perfect for fresh mornings, make-ahead meal prep, or even overnight batter for better flavor. Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, and fresh berries for a wholesome, comforting start to your day.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 Pancakes
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup einkorn flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 –2 tbsp sugar optional sweetness
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk kefir
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
For Cooking
  • Butter or oil – for the skillet

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Mix Dry Ingredients:
  1. In a large bowl, whisk einkorn flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
  1. In another bowl, whisk milk kefir, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine:
  1. Pour wet into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Small lumps are fine.
Rest Batter (Optional):
  1. Let sit 5–10 minutes for thicker, fluffier pancakes.
Heat Skillet:
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
Cook Pancakes:
  1. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear and edges set.
Flip & Cook:
  1. Flip carefully and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden brown.
Serve:
  1. Stack and serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For fluffier pancakes, let the batter rest 5–10 minutes before cooking.
  • Einkorn flour is easier to digest than modern wheat and gives a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Use fresh milk kefir for best probiotic benefits and a light tang.
 
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 55 mg
Sodium 250 mg
Total Carbohydrates 28 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Sugars 4 g
Protein 7 g
Calcium 120 mg
Iron 1.5 mg
Potassium 200 mg
Probiotics Present (from kefir)