Low Sodium Pancakes Recipe (No Baking Powder)
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Jump to RecipeThis low sodium pancakes recipe is light and flavorful, simple and delicious! A tasty pancake recipe made with no added salt and no baking powder, making them a delicious alternative to traditional pancakes.
Ready in just 15 minutes, you can make a quick stack of pancakes that the whole family will love. A great low sodium breakfast or brunch option that you can serve with syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even chocolate chips!
Want more low sodium breakfast recipes? Try our low sodium breakfast sandwiches, low sodium eggs benedict, and our favorite low sodium fruit smoothie!

Note: This recipe was originally published 4/14/22, but I updated the recipe and post on 8/2/25 and removed the sodium-free baking powder and sodium-free baking soda, both of which are (unfortunately!) no longer being made.
I love a good, hearty, pantry staple breakfast that is easy to whip up on the weekends, and these tasty low sodium pancakes are perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast. Skip the pancake mix, and make these simple mouthwatering pancakes for your next weekend brunch – with NO salt and NO baking powder needed.
These are a regular staple on our weekend brunch menu. I love how quick and simple they are to make, and how delicious they are to eat. I make these plain, or sometimes add in frozen blueberries and serve with some unsalted butter and Canadian maple syrup. And they were absolutely perfect.
Why This Recipe Works
- These pancakes are light, flavorful, and naturally sweet!
- They contain no salt or baking powder (or hard-to-find ingredients).
- A great alternative to traditional pancakes.
- Ready in 15 minutes, you can get these on the table fast.
- Cooks of any skill level can make these pancakes by following our step-by-step photos and instructions below!
Easy Low Sodium Brunch Recipes
This low-sodium pancake recipe is great for a quick cozy weekend breakfast, brunch, or brinner (breakfast for dinner!). Fluffy pancakes are the perfect recipe for brunch guests, or just for getting the whole family together to enjoy a weekend meal.
These homemade banana pancakes are also great for having company over for a holiday brunch as well. Ready in under 30 minutes, these pancakes are simple to get on the table, and they will go fast!
You can see all my low sodium breakfast and brunch recipes to find your next favorite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
See the recipe card below for a full list of instructions and ingredient amounts!
The base of this recipe is made with mashed bananas – they give the pancakes a delicious texture and sweet flavor!
I also use eggs in this recipe, which naturally have ~60mg sodium per serving. They give the pancakes a great texture, similar to French toast!
All purpose flour gives these pancakes a great texture. I also stir in some cinnamon and Greek yogurt into the batter. I find that the Greek yogurt gives the pancakes a little tang for flavor. And of course, I topped mine with unsalted butter and pure maple syrup.
Additions and Substitutions
Instead of all purpose flour you can use whole wheat flour or oat flour if desired.
If you want to add in some fruit to these pancakes – you can add in blueberries, raspberries, or lemon zest and juice for extra color and flavor!
Add in mini chocolate chips, cinnamon chips, or top the pancakes with whipped cream if desired – yum!
If you don’t have Greek yogurt, you can use sour cream, ricotta cheese, or just regular milk instead.
How To Make Pancakes without Salt

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add the peeled bananas and mash with a fork until they become soft and shiny.

Step 2: Add in the eggs, Greek yogurt, and stir well to combine.

Step 3: Mix in the flour and the cinnamon into the batter until well combined.

Step 4: Get a pan or skillet hot, and add 1/4 cup of pancake mix. Cook the pancakes on medium heat.

Step 5: When small bubbles form around the edges of the pancakes (around 4-5 minutes on my stovetop), flip and cook for the pancakes for an additional 2-3 minutes on the second side until golden brown.

Step 6: Stack, add a pad of unsalted butter, and a drizzle with maple syrup, and enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
These low sodium pancakes have just 97 mg sodium per 3 pancakes, as they use low sodium ingredients and no added salt, no baking powder, and no baking soda.
Add pancakes to a baking sheet, and heat them in a 200 degrees Fahrenheit while the rest of the pancakes are cooking.
I like to serve fruit salad, a low sodium sausage, or low sodium quiche alongside these tasty pancakes.

More Low Sodium Brunch Recipes You May Enjoy
- Low Sodium Quiche
- Low Sodium Sausage
- Easy Low Sodium Shakshuka
- Low Sodium Hash Browns
- Low Sodium Omelette
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Low Sodium Pancakes
Equipment
- Skillet or Pan
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Unsalted butter for serving
- Pure maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the peeled bananas and mash with a fork until they become soft and shiny.
- Add in the eggs, Greek yogurt, and stir well to combine.
- Mix in the flour and the cinnamon into the batter until well combined.
- Get a pan or skillet hot, and add 1/4 cup of pancake mix. Cook the pancakes on medium heat.
- When small bubbles form around the edges of the pancakes (around 4-5 minutes on my stovetop), flip and cook for the pancakes for an additional 2-3 minutes on the second side until golden brown.
- Stack, add a pad of unsalted butter, and a drizzle with maple syrup, and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition estimate (for 1 serving)
*Please note, all nutrition content is estimated based on the ingredients we used in our kitchen. It will vary based on your ingredients. Always check your nutrition labels to verify your nutrition content and sodium amounts.
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A great meal…breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Very delicious
I needed to thank you for this fantastic read!! I absolutely loved every bit of it. I have you book-marked to look at new things you post…
Can I substitute gluten-free flour? ty
Hi K – I haven’t tried this recipe with a gluten free flour, but if you do substitute one I recommend a 1:1 GF flour mix. Let us know how it turns out and I can add a note in the recipe instructions!
– Kelly
Serving-is 1 pancake a serving?
Hello Amu,
Yes, the serving size is for 1 pancake (assuming the the total recipes makes 12 pancakes) but could vary depending on the size of your pancakes 🙂
I just made a note in the recipe card stating serving size, so thank you for asking!
Thanks,
Kelly
Thank you for the quick response. Made them yesterday-easy and yum. One more ?, kcal and calories are the same from what I have read?
Thanks.
Correct Amy – same thing!
Kcal and calories are the same correct?
Pretty darn good ! i cut the recipe in half (more or less) and accidentally forgot the sugar 🙂 But, no biggie, as they turned out nice and fluffy and yummy anyway — in spite of me 🙂