Oat bran pancakes: A healthy twist to your morning routine
Breakfast pancakes have recently been associated primarily with cottage cheese or oatmeal. However, there's another ingredient worth having in your kitchen cabinets that will provide you with a filling, healthy, and light breakfast: oat bran.
6:27 PM EST, December 2, 2024
Oat bran is a fiber-rich product that doesn't have to be associated with a boring meal of dry bran tossed into yogurt. On the contrary, it is suitable for a variety of dishes, from breakfasts to baked goods, making it an easy way to enrich your daily diet with valuable nutrients. Oat bran pancakes, unlike cottage cheese pancakes, have more fiber and less protein, so it's worth alternating between these two recipes.
Why is it worth eating oat bran?
Often considered an element of weight-loss diets, oat bran helps reduce appetite and prolongs the feeling of fullness. This makes it an excellent addition to meals for those mindful of their figure and weight control. Thanks to its fiber content, it regulates bowel movements and helps prevent constipation. Consuming oat bran supports digestive system functions and helps stabilize blood sugar levels due to the presence of beta-glucan. Regular consumption may reduce the risk of intestinal diseases and digestive issues.
Recipe for oat bran pancakes
Only four ingredients, zero fat, and a few moments of frying. Oat bran pancakes can be served both savory and sweet. However, they taste best when served hot.
Ingredients:
- 5 tablespoons of oat bran
- 2 ounces of natural yogurt
- 1 small egg
- A pinch of salt
- 2 ounces of raisins
Preparation:
- Pour the oat bran into a bowl and mix it with the yogurt and egg yolk.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg white with a pinch of salt until stiff.
- Gently fold the egg white into the pancake batter.
- Add the raisins and mix again.
- Fry on a well-heated non-stick pan.
- Serve warm with homemade jam or preserves.
