X-post...low carb pancakes...

I post my recipes/pics on the RNY forum all the time.  Time to show MD some love!

There is this stuff you can order from the internet called Carbquik (low carb "Bisquik").  It is very versatile and works just like white flour, except with 80% less carbs!  Anyways, this morning I wanted pancakes so this is what I whipped up:

I'm still raising my eyebrows on the stats of this one.  



Cinnamon Carbquik Pancakes

1/3 c. Carbquik (Google it)
1 egg
1/2 NSA applesauce cup
1/4 c. skim milk
1/4 c. Splenda
a few generous shakes of cinnamon

Directions:

Put everything in a bowl and mix well (I used a hand mixer on low)

Spray a pan with nonstick spray and put it on high heat for a few seconds then drop down to medium heat.

Add a good sized dollop of the pancake mixture and let it coo****il the first few bubbles form  then flip it and cook another minute on the other side. (CQ cooks faster than regular mixes I find, so don't wait until it is really holey to flip it).

According to Livestrong here are the stats on two (I got 6 total out of this batch):

43 cals, 2g fat, 6g carbs, 4g fiber (so 2 net carbs), 3g protein

Verdict: I ate two "regular people" sized pancakes and they were very moist and flavorful.  No bitter aftertaste like I got with my CQ soft pretzels.  I put a smidgen of Blue Bonnet Light and some Sugar free breakfast syrup on there.  Served with a side of turkey bacon (one slice) and I'm good to go! 

If you're in the mood for a "regular pancake" (meaning one without the ricotta) My breakfast this am clocked in at around 100 cals, which is not so great (too low).  Luckily that means I'll get hungry again in an hour and a half and then I'll make myself a Click Frappucino!

OMG!  Darla - come check this out!!!!!!

Thanks for posting this honey!  We often pick on Darla for ordering pancakes......because they are so carby!

I'm gonna google Carbquik now!

Thanks for posting.  Note to self...need to order some Carbquick!

well I haven't tried the pancakes but I did try one of the shakes you have and it has really helped my protein life. I am still in the liquid stage and I was really getting tried of that protein now its no problem. Just wanted to thank you for making yourself available to people like me.

You can order Carbquik at www.carbsmart.com, but even better than that on the same website is Big Train pancake and waffle mix. They require less engredients, and are higher in protein.

If you have a Shoppers near you, look for Maple Grove Farms sugar free pancake mix. They also are easier to make and pretty high in protein.

The last few batches of cottage cheese pancakes I've made weren't as tasty as I remember, so I switched to the low carb ones, and have found that both Big Train and Maple Grove Farms are great.

I was just discussing the merits of a protein vs. non-protein pancake with someone

Protein pancakes are always going to be a bit firmer than a regular pancake.  So if you are in the mood for fluff-stuff...I'd stick with a lower protein pancake and make up the grams somewhere else in your day.  I'm one of those that doesn't like the cottage cheese/protein pancake because of the texture.  Since this is about the third time post-op (15 mos. post-op) I have eaten pancakes I figure I can splurge!

Thank you for those product recommendations though.  I am thinking of making some protein crepes (filled with protein pudding or a protein ricotta filling) and those will come in handy! With crepes...since I am a klutz it's better for them to be sturdier.

I have been CRAVING pancakes for like 2 months now. I think you just saved me!! LOL Thanks for the recipe!

Thanks for the info. I have been wanting pancakes so badly. I loved Bob Evans pancakes and then I found out the calorie count and carb count OMG... No wonder I seem to gain weight when I eat them.. I will try your suggestion... I cant wait...... Thanks...

                                                                                                            Julie