Sheet Pan Pancakes (Gluten-Free and Vegan)

Gluten-Free Sheet Pan Pancakes are the perfect way to make homemade, deliciously fluffy pancakes for a crowd. These vegan oven-baked pancakes taste just like regular pancakes but they are easier to prepare and take a fraction of the time to cook!

If you are looking for more tasty twists to your pancakes, then check out our Vegan Buttermilk Pancakes, Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes, or Moringa Pancakes next!

I absolutely love pancakes but when it comes time to serve a group, it usually isn’t my first option. You have to make them in batches and the first batch is always cold before everyone has even gotten a chance to eat. These easy gluten-free Sheet Pan Pancakes are a complete game changer and a true crowd-pleaser!

Using just one sheet pan, I can serve everyone at the same time without standing over a stove. Plus, I can add different toppings to sections of the pan, pleasing even the picky eaters of the group without compromising on taste. I’ve made sheet pan pancakes using my Apple Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe and my family loved it! This One-Sheet Pan Pancakes gives you fluffy vegan buttermilk pancakes with bursts of fresh fruit!

You’ll love these Gluten-Free Vegan Sheet Pan Pancakes because they are:

• Convenient – Skip the flipping and making one pancake at a time! This is the easiest way to make pancakes and is ideal for brunches and family breakfasts.
• Healthy – Made gluten-free and vegan so even those with dietary restrictions can indulge!
• Customizable –  Add chocolate chips, berries, apple slices, or anything else you’d like!
• Delicious – Don’t let the square shape fool you; they have the same flavor and texture as other pancake recipes. Taking a bite of Sheet Pan Pancakes is like having cake for breakfast!

Ingredients you will need

• Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour: If you don’t need a gluten-free option then you can sub with regular flour. Be sure to use precise measurements in order to avoid dry pancakes.
• Coconut Sugar:  This plant-based natural sweetener is ideal for those concerned with blood glucose levels. However, you can use brown sugar instead.
• Baking Powder: This ensures the pancakes rise and get fluffy.
• Sea Salt: Just a pinch.
• Vanilla Extract: Add a teaspoon or two to enhance the flavor.
• Applesauce: Helps binds the ingredients together and replaces eggs.
• Cinnamon: For a touch of spice.

Vegan Buttermilk

If you want the soft texture of regular pancakes, then you have to include this non-dairy buttermilk.

• Non-Dairy Milk of Choice (almond milk or oat milk are our favorites to use)
• Apple Cider Vinegar (or Fresh Lemon Juice)

Optional Add-ins

• Fresh blueberries
• Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• Chocolate chips

How to Make Sheet Pan Pancakes

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
2. Prepare the vegan buttermilk. Mix the apple cider vinegar with the non-dairy milk and set it aside. Allow the mixture to curdle before using, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Whisk the dry ingredients together in a large bowl and set aside.
4. Pour in the vegan buttermilk, apple sauce, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine. Do not overmix. (Some lumps are okay.)
5. Let the mixture sit for at least 5 minutes. (30 minutes is best.)
6. Lightly coat a 17×11-inch baking sheet with nonstick spray, making sure to get the sides and corners.
7. Pour batter onto the sheet pan. Tap the pan on the counter a few times to even out and flatten the batter. Sprinkle on fresh fruit and chocolate chips, as desired.
8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
9. Allow the pancakes to cool for 5 minutes. Then slice and serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, Nutella, jam, or whipped cream. Enjoy!

Substitutions

• Use 1 large egg instead of applesauce
• Use regular buttermilk instead of vegan buttermilk
• Use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour.
• Add 1 tbsp vegan or regular butter to the pancake mix for a buttery flavor.

How long should pancake batter rest?

About 30 minutes to allow all the dry ingredients to fully absorb the wet ingredients, creating light and fluffy pancakes when cooked.

Can you substitute gluten-free flour for regular flour in pancakes?

Yes, if using gluten-free flour make sure to use one that contains xanthum gum. We like to use King Author Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour or Bob’s Red Mill Bob’s Red Mill – 1 to 1  gluten-free Baking Flour.

Can you make sheet pan pancakes with pancake mix?

Most certainly. Instead of making the pancake batter from scratch, follow the box instructions. Then, spread the batter on a sheet pan and bake!

Pancake Topping Ideas

• Raspberry Chia Jam
• Blueberry Chia Jam
• Nutella
• Coconut Whipped Cream
• Powdered Sugar
• Sliced bananas

Tips

• Use lightly greased baking sheet so that the pancakes do not stick to the sheet pan. You can spray cooking spray or melted butter on the sheet tray/
• Let the batter rest, especially if you’re making gluten-free pancakes. This helps improve the finished texture.
• Add your favorite fruits. We use strawberries and blueberries.

How to Store Sheet Pan Pancakes

• Serve: Slice and enjoy with your favorite toppings. 
• Store: Allow the pancakes to cool completely. Then, place the sliced in a Ziploc bag or airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
• Freeze: You can also make these sheet pan pancakes ahead of time and freeze them to enjoy later. Slice the pancake squares, place a piece of wax or parchment paper in between each, and place them in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy the pancakes, let them thaw in the fridge overnight. Then place the pancakes on a baking sheet and cover them with foil to reheat for about 3-5 minutes.

I hope you enjoy this Gluten-Free Sheet Pan Pancakes Recipe! 

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