Before I post about some amazing pancakes I made for my family this last weekend, I would like to share about some amazing changes in my life. I recently made the choice to focus on my health this summer. I started a 30 day system (that may just turn into a a life system) about 12 days ago. This system focuses on removing the toxins and replacing with all the nutrients your body needs and craves. I have been a faithful coffee drinker for at least 10 years and I'm proud to say I haven't had a coffee in 12 days and I have more energy than ever! I also battle with some bad anxiety issues, and I have been feeling so calm now. I've lost 10 lbs (again still only after 10 days) and I couldn't be happier. I have also been feeling more confident (bought this lovely little bikini) with my body. My husband is starting this Monday and I can't wait for him to receive all the benefits of this amazing system. If any of you want more information about it send me an email or a message!! I'd be more than happy to share!
Now, onto some very important things:
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
For the pancake:
1 Cup Flour
2 Tsp Baking Powder
1/2 Tsp Salt
1 Cup Milk (I used some leftover buttermilk, to make these vegan you could use almond/soy/coconut milk)
1 Tbsp Oil (it called for Canola, but I used Coconut)
1 Large Egg (sub 1/2 cup of applesauce for vegan recipe)
For the swirl/filling:
1/2 Cup Butter (or Good Earth vegan spread) melted
3/4 Cup packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp Ground cinnamon
For the glaze:
*Now I veered with this one and created something with ingredients I had on hand. The recipe wanted a cream cheese glaze*
1/2 Cup to 3/4 Cup of Powdered sugar
Milk
Maple Syrup (organic pure if you can)
1. Prepare the cinnamon filling: In a medium bowl, mix the butter, cinnamon, and sugar together. Put into a big zip-lock bag and set aside.
2. Make the batter: In a medium bowl whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt). Mix in the wet ingredients (milk, oil, and egg) until it is just combined.
3. Mix all the ingredients for the glaze in a small bowl. Start with the powdered sugar and slowly add the milk. You want a consistency that's not too thick and not liquid. Once you get that consistency add a little bit of the maple syrup. If you absolutely love the taste of maple syrup add a decent amount, if you only want a hint of it, add less.
4. Pour the batter onto a skillet or your favorite pancake pan. After you have all that will fit in one sitting, cut a corner of the zip-lock bag and start your swirling on the pancakes. Flip them once one side is done and vice versa. Top with the glaze and whatever add ons you'd like.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the sun!!!
Based on a recipe from: http://www.life-in-the-lofthouse.com
