Recipe

Fluffy Polka Dot Pancakes

Toss a few raisins into this batter for a fun new look.

Details

Yields 16 large pancakes
Serves:
Serving size: servings

INGREDIENTS

1 c. California raisins
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 c. sugar, divided
3 eggs, separated
1-3/4 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1-1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
3 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted

PROCEDURE

Plump raisins in hot water for several minutes; drain and dry on paper towels. Mix cinnamon with 2 tablespoons of the sugar and toss with raisins; set aside. Beat egg whites to soft peaks; add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. In large bowl, beat egg yolks until creamy. Stir in buttermilk and soda. Sift flour, baking powder and salt; blend into buttermilk mixture. Stir in melted butter. Fold in beaten egg whites. Gently fold in cinnamon-coated raisins. Divide and spoon batter onto lightly greased griddle; bake, turning once.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories 260(24% from fat); Total Fat 7g (sat 3.5g, mono 2g, poly 1g); Cholesterol 85mg; Protein 7g; Carbohydrates 43g; Fiber 2g; Iron 2mg; Sodium 310mg; Calcium 86mg