The Kitchn Recipe: Gluten-free Mexican Hot Chocolate Pancakes Recipe

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Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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  • Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 29g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

The Kitchn Recipe: Gluten-free Mexican Hot Chocolate Pancakes Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6.5 servings   ( 137 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 274
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 58mg
Sodium: 203mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 12g
Protein: 7g
Calcium: 222mg Iron: 4mg
Potassium: 315mg Vitamin A: 27mcg
Vitamin C: 2mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour (I used Cup 4 Cup)
  • 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted (plus more for frying)
  • 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

Visit The Kitchn's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)