Sweet Potato Pie Protein Pancakes
Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods. They are a great source of vitamin A and beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant. Sweet potatoes are a great choice as a complex carbohydrate, and one medium size has a little over 3 g of fiber!
Unlike simple carbohydrates such as white rice and pasta, sweet potatoes have a low glycemic index. Foods with a low glycemic index don’t raise your blood sugar levels as quickly, giving you a steady supply of energy throughout the day.
There are so many ways to eat sweet potatoes. I love roasting them or baking them, and when I’m short on time I cook them in the microwave! Sweet potatoes are a staple in my diet, so I always make sure I have them pre-cooked and ready to go. These pancakes are a great way to incorporate sweet potatoes at breakfast time for a satisfying, nutritious breakfast.
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- 3 ounces cooked sweet potato
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 2 tablespoons vanilla almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Stevia and Cinnamon to taste
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- Blend together all ingredients (I used my Ninja).
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add your pancake batter by the spoonful.
- Once the pancake begins to set and small bubbles start to form, flip your pancakes. Cook about 2-3 more minutes until done.
I served mine with PB2 sauce and sugar-free maple syrup. YUM.
Nutrition Info: 198 calories, 1.4 grams Fat, 20.7 g CHO, 3.1 g Fiber, 25.6 g Protein
Nutrition information will vary depending on the brands of ingredients you use. I used unsweetened almond milk, and MRM protein.
