Monthly Archives: June 2011

Protein Pancakes

Do you wake up in the morning craving something sweet like a Danish or sugary cereal? The problem with eating sugar or only carbohydrates in the morning is that your blood sugar will spike, only to plummet a couple of hours later, leaving you hungry, craving more sugar and low on energy.

Try these high protein pancakes. They’re sweet, loaded with protein to sustain you and are delicious! Let me know what you think!

PROTEIN PANCAKES
1/4 cup Honeyville Blanched Almond Flour
3 eggs (or 2 eggs + 2 egg whites)
2 packets of stevia or one tablespoon xylitol
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 C. (heaping) apple, pear, mango, or peach

Combine all ingredients and blend in the blender for 2 or 3 minutes. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken and blend again briefly before pouring into the pan. Pour into oiled pan, spread out and brown on both sides. Don’t overcook. Top with one tablespoon butter, ghee or nut butter and sprinkle with stevia, one tablespoon brown rice syrup or Nature’s Hollow or Joseph’s sugar-free syrup (available at health food stores).

Note: This recipe makes one large pancake or two smaller ones. If making one large one, you may have to cut it in half before turning it over. If this recipe doesn’t turn out the first time, try it again with different fruit. The batter is a little different every time depending on the juiciness of the fruit. Leave the peel on (except with mango) to help thicken the batter. Three eggs may seem like a lot but it’s actually about 18-20 grams of protein, which is perfect.

This is one of my favorite breakfasts and I like using mango or pear for the taste and consistency. Enjoy!

Eggs, the Perfect Protein Source

EggsEggs are the perfect protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids. People often avoid them because they’re afraid of cholesterol, but eggs are one of the best sources of choline, an essential nutrient that actually prevents the accumulation of fat and cholesterol in the liver.

They also contain phosphatidylcholine which is a building block for cell membranes and protects the liver from toxins. Eggs contain zeathanthin and lutein, which are two of the most effective supplements for eye health. They contain trace amounts of over fifteen vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, E, D, K, B-complex, potassium, and calcium, and the sulfur in eggs can help your hair and nails grow.

The choline in eggs is all contained in the yolk, so eat the whole egg! And some hints… don’t overcook your eggs. The less you cook them, the less you damage the enzymes and protect the nutrients. Poach, boil or lightly cook eggs. I also recommend buying eggs that are organic and cage-free when possible.

So, have some eggs for breakfast! The protein and fat in eggs will keep your blood sugar level and sustain your energy. Plus, they're the perfect compliment to 'Protein Pancakes' over in the recipe section! Eggs, the perfect protein. Enjoy!