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Almond Flour Pancakes with a Protein Punch

 

Start your day with these delicious and nutritious Almond Flour Pancakes with Greek Yogurt. Packed with protein and healthy fats, these pancakes are a great way to fuel your body while satisfying your sweet tooth. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, they’re perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a comforting snack.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • High in Protein: Both almond flour and Greek yogurt are excellent sources of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
  • Low in Carbs: Almond flour is lower in carbs compared to traditional flour, making these pancakes a good choice for those following a low-carb diet.
  • Rich in Healthy Fats: Almond flour provides healthy monounsaturated fats that are heart-friendly.
  • Calcium and Probiotics: Greek yogurt adds calcium for bone health and probiotics for gut health.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup high quality almond flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Cooking spray or butter for the pan

Instructions for Almond Flour Pancakes with Greek Yogurt:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, honey, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until a batter forms.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and coat with cooking spray or butter.
  5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  6. Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition Information (per serving, 2 almond flour pancakes):

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fat: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 5g

If you are not a fan of pancakes, browse our other healthy breakfast options.