Zone Diet Perfect Pancakes Recipe

These protein-packed pancakes, a recipe from my CrossFit guru Vanessa VDB (from our time in Iraq!), are the ultimate breakfast (or anytime!) treat. Perfect for the Zone Diet, they're quick to make, freeze beautifully for meal prep, and are incredibly satisfying. Customize them with your favorite nuts and spices for a delicious and healthy start to your day!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 424.3 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zone Diet Perfect Pancakes

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How to Make Zone Diet Perfect Pancakes

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender until a thick batter forms.
  2. For healthy fats, add 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter, cashew butter, or macadamia nut butter to the batter OR top cooked pancakes with 1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds.
  3. Lightly spray a griddle or frying pan with butter-flavored non-stick cooking spray. Cook pancakes over medium heat for approximately 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Serve immediately with your favorite sugar-free syrup (optional).
  5. Adjust ingredient quantities as needed to achieve your desired portion size.
  6. For a Zone Diet 3-block meal, enjoy 3 pancakes.
  7. Optional: Enhance the flavor with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

5g

Carbs

19g