Pink Pitaya Pancakes

I don’t know about you but I have a thing for pretty food, somehow it always puts a smile on my face!

Now let me put a smile on your face with these gluten free buckwheat pitaya pancakes.

I made them from pitaya powder(obviously), which gave them a brilliant pink color.

The pink pitaya is naturally vibrant in color, therefore it is without a doubt my choice for a natural alternative to food coloring. It is the best way of making food colorful and pretty without the use of any artificial colours.

Pitaya powder has a strong, rich pink colour which looks cute and girly when added into the pancake mixture! Who wouldn’t like that?

And if you are concerned about the taste, I assure you that you don’t have to worry at all if these pancakes are going to taste like anything but pancakes.

I layered them up with some coconut yoghurt, dragon fruit, blueberries and strawberries.

Have you ever tried using dragon fruit powder? Lately I put it in everything I make. Pink vibes always make me positive and happy.

Pitaya powder is also loaded with good-for-you nutrients and vitamins. Plus the pancakes are quick & easy to make. They will definitely brighten up your day with their color, fluffiness and deliciousness .

What do you think ? Almost too pretty to eat?

…Almost yes, because once you taste them, you won’t be able to stop!

• Time: 20 mins
• Difficulty: easy
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Ingredients

• 1/2 tbsp pitaya powder
• 2/3 cup almond milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanila extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup buckwheat flour
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1/3 cup gluten free oats

Directions

1. Add the flour, cornstarch, oats, salt and pitaya powder into a bowl and mix.
2. In a separate bowl whisk together eggs, coconut oil, almond milk and vanilla.
3. Combine until smooth.
4. Heat a tablespoon of coconut oil in a frying pan.
5. Spoon the batter into the pan, about 2 tablespoons at a time.
6. Allow the edges of the pancake to turn golden then flip.
7. Once both sides are golden in colour, serve.
8. Top with fruits and berries of your choice, and pour some coconut butter glaze or maple syrup.

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