Can I make pancakes or waffles without besan?
Yes. Start with Almond Flour at 1:1 by volume. Gluten-free with similar nutty character. More expensive and behaves differently in batters.
Best Besan Substitutes for Pancakes & Waffles
Choose alternatives that hold batter consistency and help keep a light interior. These batters are sensitive to liquid ratios and acidity, both of which affect fluffiness and browning.
Can I make pancakes or waffles without besan?
Yes. Start with Almond Flour at 1:1 by volume, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Almond Flour
Use 1:1 by volume
Gluten-free with similar nutty character. More expensive and behaves differently in batters.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of besan weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of besan is treated as 92 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Besan cups to grams →Alternative Options for Pancakes & Waffles
Common Questions for Pancakes & Waffles
What can I use instead of besan for pancakes?
Top options are Almond Flour (1:1 by volume) plus Rice Flour (1:1 by volume).
Best besan substitute for pancakes?
Almond Flour is the top pick here. Use 1:1 by volume and adjust only after a test bake.
How do I substitute besan in pancake and waffle batter?
Replace using 1:1 by volume, mix as usual, then tune liquid and bake time in small steps if needed.