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Pecan Pancakes with Mixed Berry Compote

Combining berries (good sources of vitamin C and anthocyanins) with vitamin E–filled wheat germ and pecans maximizes this breakfast favorite’s antioxidant properties.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

2

cups (12 ounces) mixed fresh or frozen berries (thawed)

1

tablespoon honey

1

teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1

/2 cup all-purpose flour

1

/4 cup whole-wheat flour

1

/4 cup toasted wheat germ

2

teaspoons baking powder

1

/2 teaspoon baking soda

1

/4 teaspoon salt

1

cup plain low-fat yogurt

2

tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan

1

large egg

1

/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan, bring berries, honey, and lemon zest to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

    Step 2

    Preheat oven to 200°F. Whisk together flours, wheat germ, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together yogurt, melted butter, and egg; add flour mixture and pecans and whisk until just moistened (batter should be slightly lumpy; do not overmix).

    Step 3

    Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium. Lightly coat griddle with butter. Working in batches, add 1/4 cup batter per pancake, using the back of a spoon to spread to about 4 inches in diameter. Cook until bubbles appear on surface and start to burst, 1 to 3 minutes. Flip with a thin spatula, and cook until lightly browned on the other side, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while you make more pancakes with remaining batter. Serve warm, topped with berry mixture.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 4

    (Per Serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 368

    Step 6

    Saturated Fat: 6g

    Step 7

    Unsaturated Fat: 13g

    Step 8

    Cholesterol: 72mg

    Step 9

    Carbohydrates: 40g

    Step 10

    Protein: 12g

    Step 11

    Sodium: 566mg

    Step 12

    Fiber: 6g

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