These whole-grain flapjacks are the perfect carb-load, post-run meal, or just great for anyone needing a fiberful meal packed with antiinflammatory Omega-3′s. As I get further into my marathon training, running 16, 18, 20 mile days, I find nutrition to be of the utmost importance. The ideal runner’s diet consists of 65% carbs, 25% protein, and 10% good fats. So while “dieters” (tisk, tisk) run from carbs, I’m saying “bring on the bread”!! Whole-grain that is. 
One thing to keep in mind: all carbs are not created equal. White bread, enriched grains, and ‘carby junk foods’ are going to make your blood sugar spike, followed by your energy level plummeting, and ultimately leave your body unnourished. The key is taking in complex carbs (whole grains, fiber, eccetera).
I was recently introduced to Uncle Sam’s Original whole-wheat cereal. These toasted flakes and flaxseed make all the difference in the nutritional value of my pancakes. They are so good that its like having dessert for breakfast, and yet so good for you that you just might turn them into a family favorite. Uncle Sam’s boasts 100% whole-grain with 10g fiber, and Omega-3′s in every serving. That is a whole lot of goodness..
Uncle Sam Flapjacks
1 cup whole-wheat flour (Bob’s Red Mill cake flour preferred)
1 cup Uncle Sam’s Original whole-wheat cereal
1 1/4 tsp Splenda
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup nonfat milk
2 T olive oil
Mix dry ingredients first, seperately mix wet ingredients and integrate into dry mix slowly. Heat your griddle before pouring batter out, and turn when the edges are crisp. For topping, its blackberry season here so I’ve been warming fresh berries are drizzling them over my pancakes, no sugar or syrup necessary.
Now for the disclaimer, truth be told I couldn’t make a pretty pancake to save my life. I even tried pouring the batter into cookie cutters. It seemed brilliant to get the perfect round, or fun shaped pancake.. that was until they started sticking to the cookie cutters and making a mess. Uffa! Absolutely delish, but not my prettiest food photo. What’s your secret to picture perfect pancakes?
Its GIVEAWAY time! Would you like to recieve a box of Uncle Sam’s Original whole-wheat cereal? Just tweet or blog about the giveaway, and be sure to leave a comment telling me your favorite way to have pancakes.
Giveaway ends Thursday, August 5 2010, 5pm PST.
Love Uncle Sams!
My dad used to make these pancakes full of good stuff when we were kids…I think he called them power pancakes. I’m now inspired to find that recipe!
i looove me some pancakes! with bananas, and Real Maple Syrup, preferrably from Vermont (my home state…HOLLA!)
will be tweeting this contest @boutdrz
I love my pancakes with lots of syrup and bananas, or sometimes if I’m really indulging, chocolate chips!
What a great idea to use Uncle Sam in pancakes! I just love their cereal!
If I could eat wheat I would run out to the store to pick up a box of Uncle Sams, just so I could make your delicious pancakes!
Yours look quite pretty to me! You should see mine.
Oh Ameena, they’ll have to come up with a gluten-free version for you!
I’m lovin this cereal! It seems like you can do anything with it!