Fluffy High-Fiber, Low-Fat Pancakes

One issue that I have when looking for breakfast options is getting filled up enough. As we have already established, breakfast is an important meal and gives you energy for the entire day. So it is vital that your breakfast is high in protein and other nutritious goodness!

I tried this recipe for pancakes and was pleasantly surprised. It is high in fiber, protein, and lowish in carbs. :) Also, they are very filling! I hope you enjoy!

Yield: 8 Pancakes (4 Servings)

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat (1 percent fat) buttermilk
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
• 2/3 cup miller's bran (unprocessed, uncooked wheat bran)
• 1 large egg, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Combine the buttermilk, oats, and bran in a large bowl. Let stand 5 minutes. Add the egg and beat until blended.
2. In a small bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until blended. Add to the bran mixture and blend until all the flour is moistened.
3. Prepare a hot skillet or griddle with non-stick pan spray. Pour in about 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Cook about 3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the top and the edges are dry. Turn and cook the pancakes about 2 minutes more.

Nutritional Information: (Per Serving)

- Calories: 163

- Protein: 8 grams

- Sodium: 462 mg

- Cholesterol: 55 mg

- Fat: 3 grams

- Carbohydrates: 24 grams

- Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch, 1/2 Fat