Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 3 large egg whites or 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons milk of your choice (skim, soy, almond, coconut)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (you could also use honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large very ripe bananas, pureed

Instruction

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together quinoa, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. 
  • In another medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, yogurt, milk, vanilla, and brown sugar until smooth. 
  • Add egg mixture to flour mixture and whisk to combine. 
  • Add pureed bananas and mix until just combined.
  • Lightly coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle with butter or cooking spray and heat over medium. Drop batter by 1/4 cup onto skillet. Cook until bubbles appear on top, about 2 minutes. 
  • Flip cakes and cook until golden brown on underside, 2 minutes. Wipe skillet clean and repeat with more melted butter and remaining batter.
  • Makes about 10 pancakes. Top with peanut butter, maple syrup, fruit, or chocolate chips.