About the Recipe
Looking to improve your fitness and health? Consider trying out some carb pancakes! Made with egg whites and almond flour along, with protein powder and Greek yogurt for a twist on a breakfast favorite! These pancakes are both delicious and a great choice, for those watching their sugar intake and aiming to maintain a balanced diet.
Savor fluffy, protein-rich pancakes for a deliciously healthy start to your fitness-focused day.
How it Can Help Your Fitness
Crafted with premium protein sources such, as egg whites, protein powder and Greek yogurt these pancakes are perfect for supporting muscle recovery and development. The abundance of protein is essential for individuals passionate about fitness as it fuels their training sessions and assists in workout recovery. Moreover it offers fullness that aids in hunger management and weight maintenance. Additionally protein plays a role, in regulating blood sugar levels preventing the surges and drops often experienced after consuming typical high carb meals.
These pancakes use flour of traditional high carb flours as their base ingredient—a choice that offers a rich source of healthy fats, for sustained energy and heart health benefits. Almond flour is packed with vitamin E that acts as a safeguard against cell damage and magnesium, for muscle function and bone strength.
Adding Greek yogurt to the pancake batter not enhances its texture but also improves its nutritional value by upping the protein content significantly. Moreover recommended for maintaining gut health. Contains nutrients such, as calcium for strong bones and potassium, for regulating blood pressure levels.
Nutrition Facts
Opting for these pancakes instead of the usual ones packed with artificial sugars allows people to relish a tasty and satisfying breakfast that aligns with their wellness aspirations.Wildfires richness, from almond flour and the subtle tartness from Greek yogurt give them a taste without relying on sugars; hence steering clear of potential health dangers linked to excessive sugar consumption, like weight gain disorders type 2 diabetes and heart conditions.
These pancakes offer a blend of health and flexibility by allowing for a range of toppings such, as berries or a dollop of nut butter to add flavor and nutrition to your plate.
These carb pancakes go beyond being a meal. They're a smart option, for those committed to staying healthy and enhancing their fitness routine. They're airy and tasty. The way to kick off the day or, as a fulfilling postexercise treat that nourishes the body and promotes wellness.
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Ingredients
3 Egg Whites
10 grams Almond Flour
20 grams Level-1 Protein Powder flavor of choice
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
Pinch of Salt
30 grams Greek 0% Plain Greek Yogurt
Steps
In a small bowl, mix the almond flour with Level-1 Protein Powder, baking powder, pinch of salt and cinnamon if you prefer.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 egg whites and Greek Yogurt.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring well.
Spray your skillet or griddle with non-stick cooking oil.
Create 3 medium-size pancakes. Coo for about 1-2 minutes, flipping each pancake to cook on the other side.
About the Author
Elina is the founder of Fitnello Fitness, as well as the Head ISSA Certified Trainer. She graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor's in Psychology.
Originally from Latvia, Elina moved to America with her family in 1998 at the age of 10. She is fluent in three languages - English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Her excitement and passion for fitness and nutrition has been evident from a young age. At just 14 years old, Elina already had dreams of becoming a dietitian to help those like her who struggled with self-image. Now, she has created MANY recipes for meals that will help you achieve your fitness goals in a healthy and delicious way.
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