About the Recipe
Training bodybuilding clients for the stage helped me create tasty recipes to allow my clients to reach their macronutrient goals. This recipe is a favorite not only amongst bodybuilders but also their families. Most cannot tell there is pumpkin in the recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Ingredients
1 serving protein powder (Any protein powder you like; preferably vanilla or cookies & cream flavor.)
1 cup canned pumpkin (plain, NO ADDED SUGARS)
1/4 cup pancake mix (e.g., Birch Blender's, Bruce's Sweet Potato pancake mix)
1 cup liquid eggs; can be all whites or whole eggs
Nutmeg and cinnamon to flavor
Berries to top (optional)
Optional toppings: sugar-free syrup, low sugar jams, or honey
Preparation
Step 1
Place all the ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl. Mix until well combined and mostly smooth. This batter will be more runny than a traditional pancake mix.
Step 2
Preheat a skillet pan. Add some butter or non-stick spray to the hot pan. Quickly add 1/4 cup scoop of batter on the pan. I like to do about 2-3 pancakes as a time.
Step 3
Watch to see when the bubbles coming up are creating holes in the batter. That's your indication that the bottom side is cooked. Flip carefully to the other side and let finish cooking until done but not burned.
Step 4
Top with berries for an additional low sugar option. Enjoy!
P.S. This recipe can often make upwards of 10 pancakes!! You only need to eat half of the ones made for 1 serving. The left overs can go to family members or be tomorrow's meal prep!