Honey, Wheat and Flaxseed Pancakes

This, quite possibly, might be the perfect pancake.  Flavorful, easy and good for you!  These would be great to make and have on hand for when school starts or for an easy breakfast on a Saturday.  I served mine with turkey sausage and fruit (and lots and lots of coffee for mom, of course!)  Delicious!

Honey, Wheat and Flaxseed Pancakes (adapted from picky-palate.com)

1 c. white whole wheat flour
3 T. milled flax seed
1 t. baking soda
1/4 t. salt
1 c. buttermilk (don't have buttermilk on hand?  See my *tip below!)
1 large egg
1 t. vanilla extract
3 T. honey

Combine flour, flax seed, baking soda and salt in a large bowl and whisk to combine.  Add the buttermilk, egg, vanilla and honey and stir until just combined.  Using a 1/3 c. measuring cup, pour the pancake batter onto a griddle pan or nonstick skillet, heated over medium high heat.  I like to use a little butter to ensure they don't stick when you are ready to turn them.  Cook for about 2 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown.  Flip and cook on the other side for an additional minute or until the pancakes are cooked through.  Serve with syrup!

*tip - Do you want to make these pancakes but find yourself without buttermilk?  Here's an easy solution!  Place a tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice in a 1 cup measuring cup.  Add enough milk to bring the liquid to the one cup line.  Stir and let stand for 5 minutes and voila!  Buttermilk substitute!  This may not be the best solution if you are trying to make a dressing that calls for buttermilk but it works GREAT for baking.  I use it all the time!

Makes 7-8 pancakes (depending on how large you make them.)  I got 7 out of this recipe.  This could EASILY be doubled and some frozen for easy breakfasts later!

7 servings (125 calories each serving) according to my calculator on loseit.com