ABV Protein Pancakes vs Traditional Pancakes: The Ultimate Nutritional Battle
Pancake breakfasts are the best kind of breakfast. Everyone knows that. But, have you ever considered the nutritional differences between traditional pancakes and protein-packed pancakes such as ABV Protein Pancakes? Let’s dive right in!
Comparing the Ingredients
ABV Protein Pancake Mix Ingredients
Primarily known for their high-protein content, the ingredients in ABV Protein Pancakes are:
- Wheat protein
- Grass-Fed New Zealand Vanilla Whey Protein Concentrate (Whey protein concentrate, Natural Flavor, Salt, Reb A (Steviol glycosides), Xanthan gum, sunflower lecithin)
- Oat Flour
- Flax Meal
- Baking Powder
- Salt
Traditional Buttermilk Pancake Mix Ingredients
On the other hand, traditional buttermilk pancake mixes include ingredients such as:
- Enriched Flour
- Sugar
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Leavening agents
- Dextrose
- Soybean oil
- Salt
- Buttermilk powder
- Eggs
- Milk
- Wheat
Nutritional Comparison
To make this comparison fair, let’s look at the nutritional facts per ½ cup of each pancake type:
ABV Protein Pancakes |
Traditional Buttermilk Pancakes |
|
Calories |
210 |
210 |
Total Fat |
4g |
2g |
Saturated Fat |
0.5g |
N/A |
Trans Fat |
0g |
N/A |
Carbohydrates |
10g |
43g |
Fiber |
3g |
<1g |
Sugars |
1g |
10g |
Protein |
34g |
4g |
Cholesterol |
35mg |
0 |
Sodium |
610mg |
580mg |
Potassium |
250mg |
40mg |
Calcium |
175mg |
N/A |
Iron |
2mg |
N/A |
As we can see, ABV protein pancakes contain much more protein, fiber, potassium, calcium, and iron than traditional pancakes. This makes them great for those trying to include more protein and essential macros in their morning routine.
Benefits of High-Protein Pancakes
Starting your day with protein has many benefits for your body. There are many reasons to choose ABV protein pancakes over traditional ones. Protein helps you build muscle and maintain a healthier metabolism. Choosing high-protein pancakes will also help you lower the amount of sugar and carbohydrates you consume daily. To learn more about the benefits of starting your day with more protein, we invite you to check out our previous blog post on The Benefits of Starting Your Day With Protein.
If you value healthy nutrition and ingredients for your breakfast, ABV Protein Pancakes are a much smarter option than traditional, unhealthier pancakes. Not only do our protein pancakes offer a healthier twist, but the ingredients will also help you start your day feeling more energized!
Try out our delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pancakes today!
Available as a single pack and 3 pack!