It’s pancake day on Tuesday February 25 and we’ve got three healthy recipes for you to make with the kids.
The little ones will love these guilt-free options suggested by Banin Shahine, nutrition manager at Fitness First Middle East, that will not only be a healthier alternative this pancake day, but will prevent the a complete sugar overload.
Enjoy.
Banana Pancakes
Ingredients
• 1 large ripe banana
• 2 medium eggs
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate chips
Method
• In large bowl, mix all ingredients together until smooth.
• Heat a lightly oiled pancake griddle or normal pan over medium heat.
• Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle/pan, using approximately ¼ cup for each pancake.
• Flip the pancakes on the heated pan and ensure both sides are golden-brown.
• Serve pancakes hot with some sliced bananas, and honey or dark chocolate syrup.
Cinnamon Bun Pancakes
Ingredients
• 4 tablespoons of oats
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil
• 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup
• 2 medium eggs
Method
• Mix all the dry ingredients and separately mix the eggs, vegetable oil and maple syrup.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
• Mix well until the batter is of a sticky consistency.
• Oil spray the pancake griddle or pan and place it over medium heat.
• Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle/pan.
• Flip them on the pan and ensure both sides are golden-brown.
• Top them with fresh berries and raw nuts. Serve while hot.
Vegan Atayef Pancakes
Ingredients
• 2 cups of whole wheat flour
• ½ cup of semolina
• 3 tablespoons of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 1 3l4 cups of warm water
• 1 teaspoon of orange blossom water
Method
• In a blender, mix all ingredients together until a sticky batter is formed.
• Rest the batter for 2 hours at room temperature.
• Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat without spraying oil or brushing butter on the pan.
• Scoop out and place the batter on the pan. Ensure both sides are golden-brown.
• Sprinkle some vanilla powder and serve with sliced fresh fruits.
