High Protein Apple Pancakes
Kickstart your fall mornings with these High Protein Apple Pancakes—a balanced, delicious way to satisfy those cozy cravings while staying on track with your goals! Made with Honeycrisp apple rings for a hint of natural sweetness and a perfect texture, almond flour for a low-carb base, and a boost of protein powder, these pancakes are crafted to keep you full, support stable blood sugar, and fuel your day. The addition of yacon syrup not only adds a touch of sweetness but is also low-glycemic, making it an excellent choice for hormone health. Finished with a dash of cinnamon for warmth and a touch of coconut oil for healthy fats, these pancakes offer a balanced bite that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.
What you’ll need:
1 honey crisp apple, cored and sliced into rounds
4 eggs
1 1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup protein powder
2 tbsp yacon syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
3 tbsp of coconut oil for pan frying
Directions (makes 6-8 pancakes)
Core your apple and cut into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
Par-boil your apple rounds. In a pan bring water to a boil once boiling drop in apple rounds. Boil for 4 mins. remove and place on a paper towel to absorb the water. Set aside. This is to make sure the apple are soft in the pancake. drain water from the pan.
Add all other ingredients to a bowl and wish together until smooth.
Add some coconut oil to pan and heat off medium high.
Dip your soft apple rounds into your batter and fry on each side until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side. Continue until all are coated and cooked.
Best served hot with a drizzle of yacon and sprinkle of cinnamon. ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts (per 2 pancakes)
400 Calories
26g Fat
16g Carb
6g Fibre
31g Protein