Pancakes – they are considered a connoisseur’s breakfast. But the popular pancakes also cut a fine figure as a savory or sweet main course, as a dessert or simply in between. No wonder, after all, they are irresistibly soft and fluffy, garnished with all sorts of delicacies: from fresh fruits, sweet chocolate sauce to classic maple syrup – there is almost nothing that doesn’t taste fantastic on pancakes.
All the better if you can combine the enjoyment with a good portion of protein and nutrients. These protein-rich pancakes are not only a feast for the eyes on every breakfast table, they also taste amazingly good and are healthy – without you noticing it.
The perfect basis for a balanced breakfast – so you can eat the popular dessert every day for breakfast with a clear conscience… or for lunch, in the evening or in the middle of the night.
In principle yes, because both types are traditionally baked in a pan made from flour, milk and eggs. The difference, however, lies in the origin, the thickness of the baked dough and the proportions of the individual ingredients.
While the egg pancakes that are so popular with us are rather thin, usually contain no sugar at all and are eaten both sweet and savory, American pancakes are fluffy, thick and sweet. The US version is usually topped with a generous dash of maple syrup and a piece of butter.
Doesn’t sound particularly figure-friendly? Never mind. If you know the right tricks and tricks, the pancakes can be transformed into a healthy meal. In this way, we provide our body with plenty of energy and nutrients, while we provide our soul with the necessary portion of soul food.
The oat flakes are processed into oat flour in the blender – this is quick and saves money. They contain plenty of fiber, vitamins, minerals and protein and have a positive effect on overall well-being.
We use protein powder as a source of protein. If you don’t have one at home, you can replace it with the same amount of oatmeal. Although this affects the protein content of the pancakes, it does not make them any less healthy. If you omit the protein powder, the missing sweetness should be supplemented with a sugar alternative of your choice. Coconut blossom or date sugar are particularly suitable – in addition to the desired sweetness, they also provide some minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, selenium and zinc, as well as vitamins B3 and B6.
Quark is also an excellent source of protein and makes the pancakes wonderfully fluffy and soft. In addition to high-quality protein, eggs provide almost all of the important vitamins, including vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E and various B vitamins, trace elements and antioxidants – a real nutrient bomb that keeps you full for a long time. By the way: The egg yolk not only contains the most vitamins, but also the most protein.
The nutritious pancakes are topped with fresh fruit such as strawberries, blueberries or bananas. Coconut blossom syrup, honey or traditional maple syrup also taste fantastic on these little cakes – and also provide us with a lot of minerals.
Once you’ve eaten them, you’ll never want to be without these pancakes again. The perfect compromise between enjoyment and health awareness.
