“3-Ingredient Pancake Recipe: Nutritional Analysis & Tips”

Pancakes are a classic breakfast or brunch dish that can be made in countless ways. Whether you prefer fluffy American-style pancakes or thin and delicate crepes, pancakes are a versatile and delicious treat. Today, we’re sharing a recipe for classic pancakes made with just three simple ingredients: milk, egg, and flour.

Nutritional Analysis

Before we get to the recipe, let’s take a closer look at the nutritional content of these pancakes. The following analysis is based on a serving size of four small pancakes, or one-quarter of the full recipe:

As you can see, these pancakes are relatively low in calories and fat, but provide a decent amount of protein and carbohydrates. Of course, the nutritional content can vary depending on how you serve your pancakes – adding butter, syrup, or other toppings will increase the calorie count.

Recipe

Now, let’s move on to the recipe! This recipe makes enough for a small batch of pancakes, perfect for one or two people. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a large family.

Ingredients:
300ml milk
1 egg
125g plain flour

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined.
Gradually add the flour to the mixture, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Keep whisking until you have a smooth batter.
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Grease the pan with a little butter or oil.
Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan, tilting the pan to spread the batter evenly.
Cook the pancake for about 1-2 minutes, until the underside is golden brown. Use a spatula to flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the pan as needed.

Serve the pancakes warm, with your favourite toppings.
There you have it – a simple and delicious pancake recipe that’s perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a quick breakfast on-the-go. Happy cooking!

Tips

Choose whole-grain flour for your pancakes to increase fibre and nutrients.
Use alternative sweeteners, such as honey or maple syrup, in moderation instead of refined sugar.
Consider using low-fat milk or non-dairy milk instead of whole milk to reduce saturated fat intake.
Add fruit or nuts as a topping instead of high-sugar syrups or whipped cream.
Practice portion control and moderation to enjoy your pancakes without overindulging.

Check out our Gut Healthy meals – Simpsons Simple Nutrition where you can find a variety of food to mix and match.

More ideas can be found at Dietitian Ellouise’s blog: https://www.ellouisesimpson.co.uk/post/building-a-balanced-meal

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