Fluffy Pancakes (No Refined Sugar) (Dairy Free Alternative)

Published on December 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM

If you love a slow, cozy morning breakfast but don’t want the sugar crash that usually follows, these fluffy no-refined-sugar pancakes are about to become your new favorite. They’re soft, airy, naturally sweetened, and made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home. Whether you’re making these for your kids, weekend brunch, or just treating yourself, this recipe is the perfect mix of wholesome and delicious.

Why You’ll Love These Pancakes

  • Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey

  • Perfectly fluffy thanks to a generous hit of baking powder

  • No refined sugar—ever

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup milk (regular, oat, almond—any kind works)

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil

  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Them

  1. Start with the dry ingredients.
    In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps create that pillowy, fluffy texture.

  2. Mix the wet ingredients.
    In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter (or coconut oil), maple syrup or honey, and vanilla until smooth.

  3. Bring it all together.
    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. A few small lumps are totally fine—overmixing can make pancakes tough!

  4. Cook to perfection.
    Warm a lightly greased skillet over medium heat. Add about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. When little bubbles form on top, flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, fresh berries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or my naturally sweet whipped cream (only two ingredients!)

Optional Mix-Ins

Keep it refined-sugar-free with fun add-ins like:

  • Fresh blueberries or diced strawberries

  • Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice

  • A spoonful of unsweetened cocoa powder + extra maple syrup

  • Chopped walnuts or pecans

Whether you whip these up on a sleepy Sunday morning or make a batch to freeze for the week, these pancakes bring the perfect touch of sweetness—naturally.

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