Determination + {Strawberries & Cream Pancakes}

Posted: May 30, 2012

Last night everything was screaming "NO RUN"...legs were sore, Babycakes wouldn't go to sleep, stomach hurt, and even dear hubby was whispering: "You could just skip it tonight." But my heart wanted it.  I had commited to YOU on Facebook that I would run 2 miles after work, and I just wanted to do something GOOD for my body.  So, I tied those purple laces and headed out the door while dear hubby played with Babycakes.  I ran 2.16 miles, shaved a full minute per mile off my time, and made it home before dark.  I felt amazing and accomplished!  Then, I washed the sweat off my brow (and arms and legs and everywhere...ha!) and laid by Babycakes and sang her lullabies 'til she fell asleep. 

Speaking of Babycakes, she loves pancakes.  So much so that I'm *thinking* about having a "pancake party" for her 2nd birthday.  And so much that I basically make them at least once a week for her to eat devour.  This weekend I made something super yummy and a *bit* healthier than the normal pancake breakfast.

Introducing Strawberries & Cream Pancakes:

The least healthy part of "pancakes" is usually the SYRUP.  So I created a cream sauce alternate, with tons more protein and significantly less sugar/calories.

Cream Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1 6oz Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt (I used Chobani, of course!)
  • 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 packet Truvia

It was the perfect consistency and sweetness!  Though I don't know if it was super photogenic.  I tried my best to drizzle it perfectly, but it definitely looks messy!

But boy is it delicious!

Pancake Ingredients:

  • 2 cups pancake mix (I used Healthy Start Bisquick)
  • 1 pouch of Happy Tot Plus: “Strawberry, Kiwi, Beet, & Pears”
  • 3/4 cup milk (I used almond, but you could use skim or whole)
  • Toppings- extra sliced strawberries

The pancakes were like an inch thick and incredibly fluffy!

Questions:

  1. Do you talk yourself out of exercising? Or do you commit / push through more often than not?
  2. Thoughts on using a yogurt based cream sauce instead of syrup?

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Comments

Submitted by Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean - May 30, 2012 - 8:07am

you go girl! you rock!!

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:52pm

I so appreciate your encouragement.. THANK YOU!

Submitted by Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning - May 30, 2012 - 8:29am

The cream sauce sounds awesome- I love the flavor of maple syrup...mmm...
I might have to make that to go with the protein scones I made last weekend! I usually top my pancakes with heated up fruit that's mashed up with a little stevia (if needed) so it's like a fruity syrup and THEN put a little Greek Yogurt on top.
Good for you for pushing past the mental barrier and going on your run. I find that I only really get that barrier if I'm doing something I "don't want" to do. Luckily, I have found so many forms of exercise that I LOVE and look forward to.
But, I'll be honest- OF COURSE there are days when I'd rather just lay in bed than go teach a class, but then I just focus on the fact that I always feel SO GREAT afterwards.

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:53pm

I bet this would taste so good in Lemon yogurt form - on your lemon/blueberry scones!!

Submitted by Jules @ Julesgoesgreen - May 30, 2012 - 8:46am

I talk myself out of working out all the time. If only I could incorporate that more often I'd be in good shape. My eating is so much better than my working out. I guess half the battle is won :) Keep up the good work!

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:54pm

If you're doing good with the eating, you're MORE than halfway there. I think it's probably 80% eating, 20% *(or less) exercise.

Submitted by Jaren @ Kiwi Fit Blog - May 30, 2012 - 9:32am

Those look sinful Kelly!

The only time I have to talk myself out of working out is if I get a migrane, cause if I workout it just gets worse and then I get a talking too from the fiance for pushing too hard. :)

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:55pm

They're really not that *bad* for you - high in protein, low in sugar, low in calories... AND really filling... so I only had one pancake. Add a side of turkey bacon, and you have a well-rounded meal :)

Submitted by Rebekah - May 30, 2012 - 10:03am

It is so easy to talk oneself out of working out! Good for you to go forth and run! As you found with the FB post, the accountability is so helpful. I've been seeing a trainer for strength training, which gets me into the gym. Since I'm already sweaty, I am more motivated to kick out 30 or so minutes of cardio. Having a fun exercise to look forward to is great, too! My women's mountain bike group helps fit that bill!

Oh, and the pancakes look yummy! No wonder Babycakes loves them so much!

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:56pm

Especially when it's not coming from your spouse :) For some reason spouse-initiated accountability just feels like nagging!!

Submitted by Rebekah - May 30, 2012 - 2:12pm

so true - the husbands do become naggers all too quickly!

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 2:14pm

He doesn't nag - I just interpret it that way... I think it's the whole you're supposed to love me however I am, that makes "spouse accountability" hard for me. So I outsource my accountability now - to girlfriends and FB and this blog :) And it's working so much better!!!

Submitted by Rebekah - May 30, 2012 - 11:59pm

Good point - Matt doesn't nag, but I, too, interpret it that way, sometimes. Although, he has be great about dishing out compliments, so that always helps!

Submitted by Corrie Anne - May 30, 2012 - 11:08am

Yay! Glad you made it out there!!! You never regret it, right??? I love the pancake party idea. We seriously considered it for our wedding reception. I loved this inspiration: http://greenweddingshoes.com/a-wedding-inspired-by-500-days-of-summer-pa... haha. probably too fancy for a kids' birthday party, but you might be able to find some inspiration.

Submitted by kelly - May 30, 2012 - 1:57pm

I'm thinking pancakes with tons of toppings - blueberries, bananas, yogurt, granola, and maybe even some colorful sprinkles. Some sides of turkey bacon b/c Babycakes often tells me "I love meat"... hahaha!!

Submitted by Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries - May 30, 2012 - 6:04pm

Yum!! Those look great! I like to use yogurt on my pancakes instead of maple syrup every once in awhile, but sometimes I just love me some maple syrup too. :) Now I want to try out your cream sauce topping though! It sounds yummy!

Submitted by Gina @ Running to the Kitchen - May 31, 2012 - 5:29pm

Not photogenic?! I want to lick that "syrup" right off the screen! I do a similar pancake and waffle topping with Chobani a lot too. I feel like I need to get some protein in those kind of breakfasts so it's a great way to do it :)

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