Whole Wheat Pancakes: Why They're Good for You

You've likely heard that whole wheat pancakes are a tasty alternative to standard pancakes, but did you also know that whole wheat is good for you? Wheat is grown across the world and is more widely cultivated than that of any other crop. Incorporating this tasty grain into your morning breakfast can significantly improve your health and provide your body with many of the nutrients and benefits that it needs, while helping to protect against unwanted illness and disease.

Whole wheat pancakes hold a significant source of vitamins and minerals. Comprised of three basic parts, as much as eighty percent of whole grain is composed of endosperm. Endosperm contains a rich supply of protein and carbohydrates to help your body build and maintain healthy muscle. The outer layer of whole wheat, referred to as bran, contains a very abundant supply of iron and zinc. The seed of whole grain essentially is the smallest part of the grain, yet it holds a rich variety of vitamins that are all very good for you. The seed alone feeds your body with an excellent source of varying B vitamins.

Over recent years, many breakfast cereals have began using whole wheat ingredients in the manufacturing of their products, proving their awareness for the heart and healthy benefits that whole wheat provides. Why not incorporate the same knowledge into your morning breakfast by opting for whole wheat pancakes rather than traditional pancake batter? In fact, a diet that is increasingly rich in foods that contain whole wheat can lead to a lower risk of obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and even help to lower your blood pressure.

Whole Wheat Pancake Recipe:

Makes approximately four to five servings

You Will Need:

2/3 cups of all-purpose flour

1 cup of whole wheat flour

1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

1/3 cup of wheat germ

1 tablespoon of salt

2 tablespoons of brown sugar

1 teaspoon of salt

2 large eggs, beaten

3 tablespoons of unsalted butter

2 ½ cups of buttermilk

5 1/3 tablespoons of unsalted butter

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine your white flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, salt and wheat germ. Combine all of your ingredients until you have an even sand-like texture.

Next, cut your 5 1/3 tbsp of unsalted butter and mix into your flour mixture. Then, proceed to add the buttermilk and eggs and mix all ingredients until they have formed a thick batter.

In a separate frying pan, preheat your range over medium heat and grease the surface with your remaining butter. Once it has heated to its potential, pour your whole wheat pancake batter in and allow each side to cook until golden brown.

Topping For Pancakes:

Rather than using maple syrup for your pancake topping, which has high amounts of sugar and is not considered to be good for you, opt instead for this flavorful Orange Honey Butter.

You Will Need:

The zest of one orange

4 tablespoons of butter

2 tablespoons of honey

In a small bowl, combine your ingredients and mix thoroughly. The ending result will be a zesty yet sweet butter topping with a flavor that will have you loving every bite.