Also known as hotcakes, griddlecakes, and flapjacks (or slapjacks according to some of my friends), pancakes are a welcomed menu item for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even dessert.
You absolutely could add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra crunch, and extra nutrition. Both are great sources of healthy, omega-3 fatty acids.
Because the chia seeds will swell and soak up liquid, I probably wouldn’t add more than a tablespoon to this recipe. As for the flaxseeds, if you’re looking for crunch, add whole flaxseeds. However, your body will absorb more of the nutrients packed inside if they’re ground. You can grind them yourself in a spice grinder or you can purchase ground flaxseed, sometimes referred to as ground flaxseed meal. Hope you like them Stacey!
I made these today. I followed the recipe as written with the exception of regular whole wheat instead of white whole wheat as I didn’t have any in my pantry. I’ve never included cinnamon in my pancake batter before but it adds a nice sweetness and warmth to these pancakes. They were delicious! Light and airy. I loved the addition of the creamy maple syrup too. I would have to say the hardest part of this recipe is waiting 20 minutes for the batter to rest. Lol! I give this a high recommendation and I will be making these again.
Stacey, thanks for sharing your experience with this pancake recipe. I’m so glad you liked it. I know adding the Greek yogurt to the maple syrup seems rather strange, but I really liked it too. The yogurt cuts the sweetness of the syrup and gives it just a very subtle tang.
You absolutely could add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra crunch, and extra nutrition. Both are great sources of healthy, omega-3 fatty acids.
Because the chia seeds will swell and soak up liquid, I probably wouldn’t add more than a tablespoon to this recipe. As for the flaxseeds, if you’re looking for crunch, add whole flaxseeds. However, your body will absorb more of the nutrients packed inside if they’re ground. You can grind them yourself in a spice grinder or you can purchase ground flaxseed, sometimes referred to as ground flaxseed meal. Hope you like them Stacey!
Thank you Darlene.
I made these today. I followed the recipe as written with the exception of regular whole wheat instead of white whole wheat as I didn’t have any in my pantry. I’ve never included cinnamon in my pancake batter before but it adds a nice sweetness and warmth to these pancakes. They were delicious! Light and airy. I loved the addition of the creamy maple syrup too. I would have to say the hardest part of this recipe is waiting 20 minutes for the batter to rest. Lol! I give this a high recommendation and I will be making these again.
Stacey, thanks for sharing your experience with this pancake recipe. I’m so glad you liked it. I know adding the Greek yogurt to the maple syrup seems rather strange, but I really liked it too. The yogurt cuts the sweetness of the syrup and gives it just a very subtle tang.
Lol- I am the WORST at making pancakes, thanks Darlene…. Your instructions really help!
You’re welcome Sally. I hope the tips make your next pancake breakfast a huge success!
I think I will make these tomorrow! They sound delicious! Can I add chia seeds or flax for extra crunch?