What rituals do you enjoy on the weekend? One of our favourites is to enjoy nutrient dense Pancakes that are rich in Omega 3s.  We know Omega 3s are a beautiful investment in our brain health and also help to reduce levels of inflammation.

As with many of my recipes this one has evolved over the years.  And yes, our puppy Shelby, just loves these.

Shelby is part of our quality control team and always gets the first pancake.

This recipe was also featured in the 2021 ReKnew Countertop Cookbook.

I have tried experimenting with a number of flours and find the Namaste Gluten Free Flour Blend to be amazing.   These pancakes are sweetened with apple sauce and maple syrup.

In the winter months to add the beautiful flavour of berries kissed by the sun, I will also add some local blackberries or blueberries I have picked or picked up from our local farmers.

For additional protein I also like to add Hemp Hearts with the berries.

We hope you enjoy this recipe and find that it nourishes you.

Recipe created by:  Sharon K. Summerfield

Ingredients

• 1 cup Namaste Gluten Free Flour Blend
• 2 tsp Baking Powder
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 1/2 cup Apple Sauce
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil
• 3/4 cup non-dairy Milk
• 1/2 cup Yogurt
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp Chia Seeds, soaked overnight in water

Directions

1. Mix Chia seeds with 1/3 cup of water and let sit overnight.
2. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
3. Scoop onto a warm cast-iron fry pan until you see bubbles in the centre of the pancake.  Flip pancake and cook for a few minutes
4. Keep pancakes warm in the oven.
5. Serve with fresh or frozen fruit, sprinkled with Hemp Hearts and enjoy with organic Maple Syrup.

Enjoy!

These can be made ahead of time and enjoyed during the week, to make life just a little easier.

May you find the time to sit down and enjoy your meals as a place to begin to feel nourished in all you do.

Warmly,

Sharon K. Summerfield

At The Nourished Executive we coach business professionals and share strategies to invest in wellbeing, manage stress and prevent burnout. Our founder, Sharon K. Summerfield, is a holistic nutritionist and certified breath coach, with an extensive business background.  We have a strong commitment to giving back, investing in local community creating space for all students to consider careers in construction, science, technology, engineering and math