How to Eat Healthy Pancakes

Pancakes are not a food that's traditionally thought to be healthy but by adding a few healthy toppings to your pancakes, you can increase the amount of nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber you're getting with each bite. Here's how to eat healthy pancakes.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Add dried fruit as a topping.
   
   Try sprinkling a layer of cranberries, blueberries, or strawberries on top of your pancakes. These berries will add vitamin c as well as heart healthy antioxidants to your pancake breakfast.
2. Use sugar-free syrup.
   
   In stead of opting for high carb, high calorie, traditional maple syrup, substitute sugar-free pancake syrup. You'll hardly notice a taste difference but will be taking in fewer calories.
3. Add fiber to the pancake batter.
   
   When mixing your pancake batter, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed. Flaxseed is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids which help to reduce inflammation in the body and may reduce the risk of heart disease.
4. Sprinkle on some nuts.
   
   Although most nuts are healthy, walnuts and almonds are particularly good choices since they're high in protein and monounsaturated fats. Nuts also help to fill you up so you're less likely to snack later in the day.
5. Add some fruit.
   
   Fruits of all types taste delicious on pancakes. Try adding some cooked apples or pears to your morning pancake breakfast.
6. Use trans fat free margarine or butter.
   
   Go light on the butter or margarine. If you use margarine, choose one that's trans fat free and lower in calories. You can also get light or whipped butter that has almost half the calories of traditional butter.