This post contains affiliate links from which I may earn a small commission. Commission earned is at no extra cost to you.
These fiber-rich wholegrain pancakes are a staple in our home on Saturday mornings. I started off with using wheat bran, and then kept modifying and trying out different sources of fiber. I have used flax meal and oat bran a lot, and I often still use oat bran. Flax meal has a lot of fiber, but also a lot of fat content. These pancakes are not low calorie, though.
I use cinnamon as it is supposed to help with sugar control, though the jury might still be out on that. If you have liver problems/damage, large amounts of cinnamon may have an adverse effect, and it may be advisable to check with your doctor.
These pancakes aren’t very fluffy. To make them more fluffy, you might want to beat the egg whites separately, and fold them in at the end.
Ingredients for fiber-rich wholegrain pancakes
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour or atta
- 1/4 cup oat bran
- 3 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup chia seeds soaked overnight with 1 cup water
- 2 eggs
- 1.5 cups milk
- 2 tbsp oil
- More water or milk to make the right consistency
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix flour, oat bran, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
In another bowl, beat the 2 eggs, milk and oil.
Add the liquids to the dry ingredients as well as the chia seeds.
Mix well using a wire whisk. If the batter is too dry, add more milk or water to make a thick batter.
Spray a well heated skillet with oil and place about ½ to ¾ cup of batter in it. Cover with a lid.
When the top of the pancake looks dry, flip it over and remove the lid. Take it out after a minute or so. Repeat until all of the batter is used up.
Your pancake is ready. Take it out of the skillet and pour the next one.
We like to eat our pancakes with peanut butter and syrup or homemade berry syrup.
If you liked this recipe, share it and check out my Low-fat turkey chili recipe as well.
[download_after_email id=”1185″]I linked this post at https://confessionsofamotherrunner.com/13-healthy-vegetarian-pasta-salads-to-try-this-summer and https://awhiskandtwowands.com/blueberry-oatmeal-bars/
I love chia seeds, such a great way to add nutrition to pancakes! Need to try this recipe soon, thank you for linking up with us and sharing.
Thanks Sarah! Good thing about chia seeds is they have protein as well as fiber.
Great idea to add chia seeds in these. They look easy and tasty. Thanks for linking up for meatless Monday
Thanks for hosting Deborah!