So, you've spent hours perfecting your pumpkin carving – but what to do with the insides you so carefully scooped out? Try these delicious, healthy pumpkin protein pancakes for a breakfast stack with a Halloween twist.
Ingredients
To makes these pumpkin protein pancakes you’ll need:
- 50g pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- 1 scoop 100% Instant Oats
- 1 scoop Chocolate Smooth Impact Whey Protein
- 2 egg whites
- ½ tsp. pumpkin spice
- 8-10 drops Vanilla or Toffee FlavDrops
Method
1. In a bowl or food processor blend your pumpkin puree, 100% Instant Oats, protein powder and baking soda.
2. In a separate bowl whisk your eggs whites by hand or with an electric whisk.
3. Combine the two mixtures and add in your FlavDrops. Stir well.
4. In a pan add small amount of coconut oil. Add a reasonable amount of pancake mix and cook on onside for around 1 minute (the mixture will start to form little bubbles).
5. Flip the pancakes and fry the other side for around 45 seconds.
6. Plate up your pancakes and add some yogurt, fruit and a drizzle of Sugar-Free Syrup.
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Jennifer Blow has a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutritional Science and a Master’s of Science by Research in Nutrition, and now specialises in the use of sports supplements for health and fitness, underpinned by evidence-based research.
Jennifer has been quoted or mentioned as a nutritionist in major online publications including Vogue, Elle, and Grazia, for her expertise in nutritional science for exercise and healthy living.
Her experience spans from working with the NHS on dietary intervention trials, to specific scientific research into omega-3 fatty acid supplementation and also the effect of fast foods on health, which she has presented at the annual Nutrition Society Conference. Jennifer is involved in many continuing professional development events to ensure her practise remains at the highest level. Find out more about Jennifer’s experience here.
In her spare time, Jennifer loves hill walking and cycling, and in her posts you’ll see that she loves proving healthy eating doesn’t mean a lifetime of hunger.
