Skyr pancakes: A protein-packed twist on a breakfast classic
The pancake festival continues! I recently made pancakes with buttermilk, then used some cream cheese from a tub that was left over after making a no-bake cheesecake. Now it's time for another dairy addition. Skyr has also turned out to be a fantastic choice.
Skyr has firmly established itself in our refrigerators. It stands next to yoghurt on store shelves, and we often buy these products together. It’s a nice change because they taste a bit different even though they are similar.
Rich in protein
Many of us have come to appreciate skyr. And nutritionists love it. Without a doubt, this product can be called their favourite. They recommend it because it contains a lot of protein, even more than natural yoghurt. It also has very few calories—about 50 per 30 grams—and very little fat. On a weight loss diet, this traditional Icelandic product works perfectly. It’s not yoghurt or cheese, but something in between. Skyr is excellent for a quick snack. It's worth reaching for after physical effort because it quickly regenerates muscles. For example, it can also be used as a substitute for cream in soups. Another idea? Make pancakes with it.
Simple and delicious
Pancakes are never a complicated dish. If you make them with skyr, they'll be ultra-easy. Just mix skyr with flour and add an egg. Instead of wheat flour, using something like spelt flour is a good idea. In no time at all, you can start frying pancakes. If you have blueberries, a great addition to such pancakes, use vanilla skyr. It will be a good flavour duo. The pancakes are very light and don’t absorb oil.
Recipe for skyr-based pancakes
Ingredients:
- 2 packages of vanilla skyr (one for serving),
- 60 grams spelt flour,
- 1 egg,
- half a teaspoon of baking powder,
- oil for frying, e.g., olive, coconut, or sunflower.
Preparation:
- Combine the flour with the baking powder, and add the skyr and the egg. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Heat the oil in a pan. Add the batter and shape the pancakes.
- Fry them on both sides. They should be golden brown.
- After frying, serve the pancakes with the second skyr and add your favourite fruits.