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Pancakes are a weekend ritual lots of people love.
Today I’ve got some healthy syrup alternatives that deliver on flavor and bump up the nutrient value.
Say you had regular white flour pancakes, with syrup.
There’s a lot of other stuff you could enjoy for those 200 calories!
Each tablespoon providesabout four grams of protein, and eight grams of filling fat for about 100 calories.
Go for an a natural variety that contains only peanuts and maybe salt.
This will save you some sugar and help support more stable blood sugar.
Dietitian Ashley Munro ofA Pinch of Gracehasa delicious recipe for cashew butteryou can easily whip up at home.
A few delicious options are walnuts, almonds, and pistachios.
You could also sprinkle on some chia seeds, hemp hearts, or ground flax.
It also makes a great base for fruit.
If you’re up for an experiment, use it as the base for a creamy sauce.
Cottage cheese
We often forget about it, but cottage cheese is packed with protein.
A quarter-cup provides eight grams right there!
What’s also great about cottage cheese is that it can easily be combined with other flavors.
Ricotta
Ricotta is king when it comes to tasting fancy while actually being really simple.
Fresh fruit
Fruit on pancakes is kind of a no-brainer.
But don’t be afraid to experiment with what’s in season!
Just keep in mind that portions count.
A few delicious suggestions: sauteed banana, roasted apples, stewed plums, and roasted strawberries.
Try sauteed apples, like in this delish pancake recipe from registered dietitian Julie Harrington, ofRDelicious Kitchen.
you could also experiment with making your own compote or jam.
This strawberry chia jam recipe from dietitian Kate Lee, ofHome Cooked Happy,only requires four ingredients.
For a simple blueberry sauce, trythis easy recipefrom dietitian Jennifer Hunt ofHealthy Inspiration.
Tahini also makes a great base for a sauce.
You’ll lovethis date caramel saucefrom dietitian and blogger Abbey Sharp ofAbbey’s Kitchen.
Coconut oil
Want just a hint of flavor and a rich texture?
Try coconut oil instead of the traditional butter.
It’s a great option for those on a dairy-free diet.
Just a note, this pairs best with savory pancake recipes.
Savory stuff
Savory pancakes sound too weird?
Try reframing it in your mind as something more akin to crepes or socca (chickpea flour pancakes).
It just might become your new favorite weekend tradition!
