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Oat & Yogurt Pancakes

I hope that everyone had a fabulous weekend!
Last weekend I was inspired to make a flourless high protein pancake, so here it is!
What’s better than warm hotcakes on Sunday morning?
Healthy hotcakes!

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Oat & Yogurt Pancakes
Serves 4

1 cup rolled oats
6 egg whites
1 cup Chobani 0% unsweetened Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp agave nectar (honey or maple syrup work as well)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking powder

Topping:
1 Tbsp peanut butter (or other nut buter)
1 tsp pure maple syrup

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Lightly coat a pan over medium heat with nonstick or olive oil cooking spray. Using a 1 Tablespoon measuring spoon, scoop batter into the pan. Once the batter starts to bubble, flip to the opposite side and cook through. Repeat for each pancake. Spray nonstick spray in-between each round to prevent sticking.

Note: 1 serving is 4 Tablespoon sized pancakes.

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The Rabbit Food Pyramid Breakdown
Produce: none – would be great with 1 sliced banana or 1 cup of fresh berries
Whole Grain: rolled oats
Protein: yogurt & egg whites
Plant Based Fat: peanut butter topping
Free Extras: vanilla & baking powder

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Breakfast, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian

Buckwheat Pancakes With Ginger Pear Glaze

There is no better way to start off your weekend than a hot plate of pancakes. Trade in your Bisquick and syrup for this pretty plate of healthy pancakes. This glaze is so good, you won’t even miss ol’ Aunt Jemima!

Buckwheat Pancakes With Ginger Pear Glaze
Serves 1

1 small pear
¼ cup buckwheat pancake mix
2 Tbsp sliced almonds
½ tsp fresh grated ginger
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp water

Slice pear into small pieces. In a microwave safe bowl, toss the pear slices with lemon juice, water, and ginger. Cover with saran wrap and microwave for 2-4 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix the buckwheat pancake batter to package instructions (I usually use water/milk and omit oil). Pour batter into pan over medium heat and flip once the pancakes are golden brown. Transfer pancakes to a plate and drizzle with pears and ginger glaze. Top with sliced almonds and enjoy warm.

The Rabbit Food Pyramid Breakdown
Produce: pear
Whole Grain: buckwheat pancake mix
Protein: enjoy with a glass of milk
Plant Based Fat: sliced almonds

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Breakfast, Recipes, Vegetarian

Protein Pancakes

These are not your ordinary pancakes, these are Protein Pancakes!
We all have big tubs of protein powder laying around the kitchen don’t we?
You know the story… You get on a health kick, start drinking protein shakes after workouts, and then a week later put the jar in the back in the pantry. Let’s be real, no one can live on protein shakes, they get old fast. I for one would rather eat my calories than drink them anyway.

So how do you put that protein powder to good use? You turn it into warm fluffy pancakes with a purpose!

Kiss the Bisquick goodbye. I promise you won’t even miss it!

Hemp Prtein Pancakes

Protein Pancakes
Recipe By TIU
Makes 1 serving of 4, four-inch pancakes, or one large pancake

Batter:
1 scoop protein powder – any kind or flavor (I used hemp protein powder, hence the green color)
1 Tbsp ground flaxseed (optional for an added nutritional boost)
2 Tbsp almond milk
1/4 cup egg whites
1/2 banana – mashed
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (if your protein powder is plain)

Toppings:
1 Tbsp sliced almonds or almond butter
1 Tbsp low sugar syrup

In a small bowl, mash half of a ripe banana and set aside. In another bowl, combine one scoop (or one serving listed on packaging) of protein powder, ground flaxseed, almond milk, egg whites, and cinnamon. Add the mashed banana and stir all ingredients together until smooth batter is created. If using a unflavored protein powder, pure vanilla extract can be added into the batter. Lightly coat a pan with nonstick cooking spray, and place on stove over medium heat. Pour the batter into 4 inch circles (or one gigantic pancake!). Flip pancakes once they start to bubble. Top with sliced almonds or almond butter and low sugar syrup.

The Rabbit Food Pyramid Breakdown
Produce: banana
Whole Grain: no grains for this one! Keeping it simple and low carb
Protein: protein powder
Plant Based Fat: ground flaxseed and sliced almonds

If you’re interested in Hemp Protein Powder, I used Nutiva Hemp Protein Powder + Fiber. This particular powder is unsweetened and unflavored and has an earthy taste to it. It can be found at Whole Foods or your local health food store.

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