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Research shows that starting your day with a high-protein breakfast curbs appetite and boosts weight loss. Unlike standard, carby flapjacks, this Protein Pancake is full of high-quality protein from egg whites — a smart choice if you're looking to slim down or rev your system with an energizing meal. You also get a nice dose of filling fiber from whole-grain oats.
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Protein Pancake with Strawberries
Oil spray
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
4 egg whites
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup sliced strawberries (or half of a banana, sliced)
- Generously coat a skillet with oil spray and heat over medium heat.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the oats, egg whites, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Pour mixture into skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. (For a moister pancake, cover the skillet while the pancake is cooking.) Top with strawberries or banana slices.
Makes 1 serving.
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