Mmmm… cakey goodness! Like most of you I wanted to find a “healthier” way to enjoy my pancakes. I don’t eat them often but when I do I always look for ideas to make them worth my health.
A Better Pancake
- store bought pancake mix of your choice*
- 2-3 table spoons flax meal, per 2 servings
Cook as directed!
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Yup, that’s it! I love flax meal – I use it when I can in pretty much everything: juice drinks, pancakes, waffles… while I like the taste of flax I do try to “hide” it. Flax is very high in Omega 3, and has cancer protective properties. It is recommended that individuals, especially women, consume flax on a daily basis. If you do not have flax meal you can grind flax seeds into a powder like consistency. This is the optimal way to eat it, as it releases all of the essential fats from the seeds. BUT I am always looking for a time saver so flax meal it is.
*Stores offer a wide variety of pre-packaged pancake mixes. Look for organic options, gluten free or what ever kind you enjoy.
Toppings are always fun with pancakes! I love fresh fruit like strawberries or fresh blueberries, and nuts; walnuts are my favorite! Add some dark chocolate nibs for a special treat, or simply top with pure maple syrup!
Enjoy!
The Clean Eating Mama 
I was using a lot of flax seed after Amelia was born. Once I became pregnant I stopped b/c too much flax seed can interfere with the development of my baby's reproductive organs. However, once this baby arrives I will begin using it again w/ practically everything! Plus, it helps w/ lactation. 🙂
Mmmmmmm I'm hungry.Looks delish
I have flaxmeal in the pantry that I used to boost my milk supply when breastfeeding my first son but I stopped using it. I'm going to try to use it more often – it's so easy to throw into recipes. I've been following your blog for a while now and you've already inspired some changes in my diet (that I had already considered mostly healthy…) so thank you! You were one of the main inspirations for my new year's resolution: http://superfood365.blogspot.com/ — Thanks!!
I do love putting flax on my food whenever I can remember. I love the way it tastes in pasta, especially.
I buy mine ground, I'm lazy! Those pancakes look wonderful!! : )
Thanks for the healthy pancake recipe!
I grind my own in a cheap coffee-grinder that's dedicated to flax. It's really easy and doesn't take long. I store the homemade meal in the fridge and it keeps for well over a week. Those pancakes look delish!
beautiful pancakes. They looks super delicious and way healthy!!
delish! i had one oatmeal pancake this morning, but i bet it would be extra yum with some flax meal in it too 🙂
I havent made pancakes in soo long.. thanks for the recipe.. yours look sooo good (Esp with that yummy topping!!)
I always grind my own but may look into meal, since it does last for some time-especially if you store it in the frigde!