First, the "why" behind serving Biggest Loser pancakes during a recent Waffle Wednesday...
So I've been doing the LeanMoms program for almost 7 weeks. It's a 12-week diet and fitness regimen that helps women get their sexy back (i.e., rediscover their pre-marriage, pre-baby, pre-whatever-packed-on-those-extra-pounds body).
The workouts kick my butt every time, especially the high intensity interval training (HIIT), not to mention the latest challenge that started today on the LeanMoms Facebook page: 300 ab exercises every other day for the next 9 weeks.
Yes, I said 300.
And while I haven't been completely faithful about the LeanMoms meal plan (just ask Nathan how much I love someone telling me what I can and can't eat), it has helped me cut back on the amount of sugar and processed foods in my diet. I'm making healthier food choices—during the week at least—and managing my calories better (thank you, MyFitnessPal). Plus those calories are so much healthier than they used to be.
Another bonus: I've learned to like Greek yogurt, especially the Chobani non-fat blueberry.
It's a miracle!
In an effort to make Waffle Wednesday pancakes a bit healthier, and to avoid making two separate meals, I searched the internets for a healthy pancake recipe and found the aforementioned Biggest Loser pancakes.
While not as fluffy and melt in your mouth as our favorite buttermilk pancakes, they were still rather tasty. I served them with a side of turkey sausage and unsweetened applesauce; believe it or not, everyone cleaned their plate. And Nathan ate the leftovers for breakfast the next morning.
The texture of these Biggest Loser pancakes is a bit different from your typical pancake due to the seemingly random ingredients, so don't be surprised if they don't become a family favorite. It's safe to say they're not this family's favorite but that won't stop me from making them on the occasional Waffle Wednesday.
I'm mean like that.
Printable recipe for Biggest Loser pancakes below. And yes, I totally doubled the recipe.
Biggest Loser Pancakes
Super healthy pancake recipe from the hit show Biggest Loser. High in protein and low in carbs, calories and sugar yet still tasty. Crazy, right?
Ingredients
- 6 egg whites (I used Eggland's Best Liquid Egg Whites)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tsp sugar (I like C&H Light Sugar & Stevia Blend)
- 1 tsp cinnammon
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
Instructions
- Add ingredients in blender in order listed. Blend on high speed until no lumps remain and batter is smooth.
- Pour ¼ cup onto hot griddle or skillet. Wait for bubbles to appear and edges to set; flip and cook until done in the center.
Kristy (Sweet Treats & More)
Just found your blog! Loving it. These pancakes LOOK beautiful, awesome photos. I'm gonna have to check out LeanMoms....just had a baby and sure could get lean!
Emily Hill
Hi, Kristy! Thanks for stopping by! These pancakes were quite tasty and I'm really enjoying LeanMoms. It's nice to have your meals and your workouts totally planned out and the support group on Facebook is fabulous.
Rachel - A Southern Fairytale
I LOVE MyFitnessPal
even when I'm not good at it ;-) I'm MrsRCM
Those pancakes - YUM
YOU - I miss ;-)
Rachel - A Southern Fairytale
Can you tell there's cottage cheese?
Cottage Cheese is one of my kryptonites.
Chobani - one of my favorite discoveries of the year, it's crazy hard to find here, but I am in LOVE with strawberry and blueberry
Emily Hill
You can't tell there's cottage cheese because you blend it all into a fine batter, but the texture is a bit more moist than a typical pancake. I say make a single batch and see what you think.
I shall find you on MyFitnessPal, just you wait! A 20-year reunion is some serious incentive, believe you me.
Chobani has converted me. I love it mixed with cottage cheese, but I promise not to serve that to you when (not if) you're in Utah again.
Also, I miss you. Lots.
Kristina P.
I just thought about doing ONE ab exercise, and almost passed out.
Emily Hill
Don't overwork yourself!
carrian
I wouldn't say we looooove those either, but we will still make them occasionally because they are better for us. And I love your photo ps. Oh, and tell me more about lean moms. i wanna do 300 abs.
Emily Hill
You don't need LeanMoms. You're one of the leanest gals I know! But if you want to build muscle, then you might like the program. You could probably just do the workouts but stick to your regular diet because you don't need to lose any weight. ;)
Deborah
Miss Skinny Minny - you are crazy!! I'm the one who is definitely going to be needing this recipe in about 2 months when I get to start losing the baby weight. My kids love pancakes - I wonder if I could trick them into eating these? :)
Emily Hill
Even my younger ones ate them but they didn't ask for as many seconds as they usually do. ;)
Dianne Falan
Made these today and even my skeptic husband loved them. Getting ready to make a second batch to put in the freezer for workday mornings.
Emily Hill
Yay! I love it when someone loves a recipe I've posted!
Jordan Lynch
Hello! I would love to try this recipe soon, it looks delish. Do you think it's possible to substitute greek yogurt for cottage cheese?
Emily Hill
I haven't tried it but I don't see why you couldn't give it a shot!
Katie
These look so delicious! Do you know the exact calorie count for them?
Emily Hill
I don't but I bet someone else has a similar recipe with the calorie count. Maybe even a site like My Fitness Pal lists them. Sorry!
sherri crawmer
Do you have nutrition information on this recipe?
Emily Hill
I don't but you could probably find it elsewhere if you google it. I'm sure there are multiple versions of this recipe. I think you can also plug it into something like My Fitness Pal and it will tell you nutrition info. Good luck!
Jennifer
Thank you for the recipe! I make these every once in a while and my sister LOVES them, says they taste just like French toast.
Emily Hill
Yay! So glad your sister loves them!
Tracy
This seems to be a trend...no nutritional information. I have been using a product called ITG. Chocolate Chip Pancake 100 cal and 15 grams of protein...why is it impossible to find a recipe that can mimic this????. If anyone has one PLEASE share:)))) Thanks in advance!.