08/20/2026
🫐🥞 Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes with a Kidney-Friendly Twist
Looking for a breakfast that feels indulgent without overlooking your kidney-conscious eating goals? These light, fluffy blueberry pancakes are a delicious way to start the day. 💚
What You’ll Need
Makes about 6 pancakes
* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 1 tablespoon sugar
* 2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
* ½ teaspoon cinnamon
* 1 egg white
* ¾ cup unenriched rice milk or another appropriate milk alternative
* 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
* Optional: a light drizzle of maple syrup
How to Make Them
1. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg white, rice milk, oil and vanilla.
3. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until everything is just incorporated. A few small lumps are perfectly fine—overmixing can make pancakes tough.
4. Carefully fold in the blueberries.
5. Warm a lightly greased skillet over medium heat.
6. Spoon approximately ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges begin to set, then flip and cook until golden brown.
7. Serve warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a few extra blueberries or a modest drizzle of maple syrup. 🫐
💚 A little kidney-conscious note: Blueberries are naturally low in sodium and are relatively low in potassium. If phosphorus is something you need to monitor, choosing a milk alternative without added phosphate ingredients may be helpful.
Remember: Kidney-friendly eating isn’t one-size-fits-all. Potassium, phosphorus, protein and fluid needs can differ significantly from person to person. If you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, use the recommendations provided by your healthcare team or renal dietitian as your guide.