Best 5 Hearty And Healthy Pancakes Recipes

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In the realm of breakfast delicacies, pancakes reign supreme, tantalizing taste buds with their fluffy texture and delectable flavors. Whether you prefer classic buttermilk pancakes, crave the wholesome goodness of whole wheat, or seek the indulgence of decadent chocolate chip pancakes, the perfect recipe awaits you. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the art of crafting hearty and healthy pancakes that will nourish your body and delight your senses. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of flavors, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create pancake masterpieces that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY AND HEALTHY PANCAKES



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These are a nice change from regular pancakes and are so filling and delicious. They're made with whole wheat and white flour, cornmeal, and oats. Delicious!

Provided by Delish

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 16 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 1/2 cups 1% fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted
syrup

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg, buttermilk, and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
  • Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top.
  • Cook until second side is golden brown.
  • Serve with syrup or desired topping.

HEARTY OATMEAL PANCAKES



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Great recipe my daughter made while visiting!

Provided by jpandmary

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes     Whole Grain Pancake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ¼ cups rolled oats
2 ½ cups buttermilk
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup whole wheat flour
⅓ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 eggs
¾ cup milk, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Mix the rolled oats and buttermilk together in a large bowl; allow to soak 15 minutes.
  • Whisk the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a separate large bowl.
  • Beat the eggs and milk together in a separate small bowl; mix into the soaked oats. Stir the flour mixture into the oat mixture. If the batter seems dry, add milk about 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
  • Grease a skillet or griddle and place over medium heat. Ladle about 1/2 cup of batter per pancake onto your preheated cooking surface. Cook until the pancake is lightly golden brown, about 2 minutes, flip, and continue cooking to brown other side, another 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 49.8 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 442.6 mg, Sugar 9 g

HEALTHIER GOOD OLD FASHIONED PANCAKES



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I loved this pancake recipe. Way better than a mix at the store but I wanted to cut a little of the fat. I make them with less butter, egg whites instead of a whole egg, and nonfat milk. They are so fluffy and tasty plus I feel great about giving them to my family.

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ¼ cups nonfat milk
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar together in a large bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in milk, egg whites, and melted butter; mix until smooth.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake, pour or scoop batter onto griddle. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 554.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

HEARTY OATMEAL PANCAKES



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"My husband and I are trying to eat more oatmeal for its health benefits, but we get tired of having a bowlful every day." Kathy Thompson of Glendale, Kentucky explains. "These moist and fluffy pancakes give us the good grains that we need...and still taste like a treat. We love them with turkey bacon on Sunday morning."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Assorted berries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the egg, buttermilk, oil and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened., Pour batter by 1/4 cupful onto a hot griddle that has been coated with cooking spray. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until the second side is golden brown. Serve with berries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY GRAINS PANCAKES



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These are healthy pancakes, applesauce takes the place of oil. Whole wheat flour, cream of wheat, golden raisins and walnuts adds lots of fiber. The recipe comes from Cooking Light.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup flour
1/3 cup uncooked farina (such as cream of wheat)
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups vanilla-flavored soymilk or 1 1/2 cups milk
1 egg
1/4 cup applesauce
cooking spray
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
maple syrup, to serve

Steps:

  • Combine flours, farina, sugar, soda, baking powder, salt in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  • Combine milk, applesauce,and egg in a medium bowl, stirring until well blended.
  • Add milk mixture to flour mixture, stirring until well combined; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Heat a nonstick grill or skillet over medium heat;coat pan with cooking spray; Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto griddle; SPRINKLE with 2 teaspoons raisins and 2 teaspoons nuts.
  • Cook 1 minute or until tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked; carefully turn over, cook 1 minute or until bottoms are lightly browned; Repeat; Serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.9, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 722.1, Carbohydrate 75.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 27.9, Protein 10.8

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your pancakes will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make your pancakes tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking. This will help the oats to absorb the liquid and make your pancakes more tender.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

These hearty and healthy pancakes are a great way to start your day. They are packed with nutrients and flavor, and they are easy to make. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a delicious weekend brunch, these pancakes are sure to please.

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