These pancakes are sort of socca.
Or socca is sort of pancakes?
Either way, it’s a strange but delicious thing to have for breakfast!  I actually used to make these all the time, but I couldn’t find chickpea flour for a while at the farmer’s market and kind of forgot about ’em. On a particularly fun trip to restock after being out of town, I located the flour and remembered the breakfast version of socca.
The chickpea flour resulted in a fantastic cake-y texture and the flavor didn’t overwhelm at all!  I added vanilla rice protein powder for a little more of a protein punch.
I’ve also added gelatin.  I’ve been incorporating it in my morning meals for it’s digestive benefits.  If you’re interested in learning more about it, Lindsay did a great post on it’s benefits.  Totally works for the “regulation” (read: helps you poop like a champ).  If you don’t have gelatin, just add a tablespoon of protein powder or coconut flour.
In a happy accident, my mini “tester” pancake looked like a thought bubble.
Chickpea Protein Pancakes
- 2.5 T chickpea flour
- 1 T (15g) protein powder (I used Growing Naturals)
- 1 T gelatin
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg white (or flax egg)
- 1/4 C water
- Stevia or other sweetener, to taste
In a small bowl, combine the chickpea flour, protein powder, gelatin, baking powder, and cinnamon.  Mix until combined.
Whisk egg white with water.  Stir into flour mixture and add sweetener to taste.
To cook, pour 2-3 T batter into a non-stick skillet over medium heat.  It’s time to flip when it begins to bubble.  Cook until lightly browned.Â
Plate and top as desired. Â I used sugar-free syrup and fresh raspberries.
Makes 1 serving.
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Have you ever made socca?
What’s your favorite pancake topper?
I WANT THESE CAKES in my pie hole RIGHT NOW! Although wait, I don’t eat pie…. So I guess my mouth wouldn’t be considered a pie hole? I guess it would be a salmon hole? A squash hole? A meat hole? AH HA HA HA! Okay, I will stop while I am WAYYYY AHEAD.
OMG. Meat hole. Definitely a meat hole.
I haven’t had pancakes in so long…I need to make these!
Let me know what you think if you do! I always think of you when I have a vegan option. 🙂
I have never thought to try chickpea Flour in pancakes although my friend Bridget once had me try some energy bars that she made with chickpeas and they were actually quite delicious. These look tasty!
You really can’t taste it! I’d love to hear your thoughts if you try it!
I’ve never made socca before yet alone heared of it. So thanks for educating me today 😀
I need to rummage through my giant drawer of different flours to find me some chickpea flour and then those are going to happen tomorrow 🙂 Have a lovely weekend!
Awesome! Let me know what you think! 🙂
Your timing couldn’t be more apt- as of yesterday, I am HOOKED on chickpea flour. I’ve been loving it in the form of savory pancakes (recipe coming soon) but will defo try it out based on your recipe!
Chickpea flour is something I used to use often and now, I need to bring it back…like Justin Timberlake did with Sexy.
Favourite pancake topping- salt. Butter and salt.
Salted butter? 😉
I just got on the chickpea flour train…perfect timing! I’ll be making these soon.
Thanks! Let me know what you think!
I’ve never tried chickpea flour before…I might have to give it a whirl! 😉
Hmm I only tried chickpea flour a few times and was not a fan of the taste in my baked goods. I still have some left so maybe I need to try again!
I think you just have to use it in smaller doses – for instance, I’d go 1/2 and 1/2 with flour in a baked good. Here, I did that with the protein powder.
oh my gosh, i want these now. I love me some chickpea, socca, whatever. pancake porn? LOL!
Nope, never even heard of it before now 😛 I have some garbanzo bean flour in my cupboard, need to use it….maybe these are what for. Great for after workouts I am sure. Favorite topper? TJ cookie butter…..but still needs syrup….which is not exactly ideal food for an athlete, so I chose syrup most the time!
It would be a great add for you as an athlete! You should try the regular socca too. Let me know how it goes!
Where do you purchase your gelatin and chickpea flour?
The gelatin was from Amazing (there’s a link the Lindsay’s post) and the chickpea flour can be found anywhere – Bob’s Red Mill makes one.
Mmm these do look good! I like using chickpea flour to make cookies. Works like a charm!
Mmmm these need to happen in my life lol. Never tried chickpea flour. Here’s to trying new things!
It’s good stuff! 🙂
I haven’t made socca in a while, but I was on a big socca kick for a while. It’s just so easy to put together and makes for a great pizza crust too. These sound fantastic. Just pinned!
You can find chickpea flour on the cheap at Indian stores!!!
Totally – Indian aisle at the Buford Farmer’s market. 😉
Yes to the gelatin! So helpful. It’s just those darn chickpeas that make my stomach sad :(.
You could do it with coconut four!
I have had chickpea flour in my “saved for later” cart at iHerb for a month now. Dying to try! Thanks for providing this recipe, it looks like an awesome inspiration to kick my tail into finallybuying it. I used to use it a long time ago for gluten-free pizza recipes (combined with quinoa flour). I’ve also found it makes an awesome thickener for soups and stews. Thanks for sharing Laura:)
Doooooo it! 😉
Must have these now! I made chickpea brownies a few months ago. So so good!
Ohhhh… I think I remember that… I must go revisit!
Love seeing your version of these, Laura. Interesting way to use gelatin.
Thanks! You should try it – sweet socca is surprisingly awesome!
I’ve been on a pancake roll this summer! Definitely trying this recipe…if I can find chickpea flour. Hopefully Whole Foods carries it.
They do! Bob’s Red Mill makes it. 🙂
Thanks! Just added it to the grocery list.
These pancakes look delicious, they are so healthy but BAM – who doesn’t love chickpeas?
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
So this is amazing!! I need to try these ASAP!