Hearty Paleo Plantain Pancakes

Clearly I’m on a plantain kick.

Like I said, they are quickly becoming a kitchen staple.  Pancakes, on the other hand?  Yea, that’s nothing new.

With the incorporation of almond and coconut flours, these paleo-friendly pancakes with satisfy your craving for the traditional morning meal without weighing you down. Plantains are a great source of resistant starch, which works to feed the good bacteria in your gut. Give these grain-free cakes a try and you will be doing yourself a favor! 

Paleo Plantain Pancakes

• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4-5 T almond meal (more if needed)
• 1 T ground flax
• 1 T coconut flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 T coconut oil, melted or non-stick cooking spray

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Coat with coconut oil or cooking spray.

Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor until creamy.  Pour batter onto skillet, forming pancakes.  Cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.  Top with syrup, nut butter, cinnamon, or fruit, whatever your heart desires!