Nutrient-Boosted Kefir Pancakes for Skin & Bone Health

These nutrient-boosted kefir pancakes are reinvented to deliver delicious flavor alongside wellness benefits for skin, bones, and overall health. Using oat flour instead of refined wheat, and incorporating probiotic-rich kefir, these pancakes are especially formulated for women prioritizing bone health, cognitive support, and gut wellness. The addition of ground flaxseed supplies plant-based omega-3s, fiber, and magnesium, while Greek yogurt and vibrant berries top the pancakes for a refreshing boost of calcium, vitamin D, C, and antioxidants. Lightly sweet and hearty, this simple five-serving recipe is quick to prepare, satisfying, and designed to maximize vital micronutrients—all while supporting hormonal balance, blood pressure management, and healthy body recomposition. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a nourishing snack, these savory-sweet pancakes will help you discover new flavors and leave you feeling energized and radiant.

Overview

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

30 min

Yield

5 servings

Serving Size

1 pancake (175 grams)

Kefir (low-fat, fortified with vitamin D and calcium)

Provides probiotics, calcium, vitamin D

Recommended Brand: Lifeway (or local brand)

1 1/4 cups

Oat Flour

Rich in magnesium and fiber; alternative to wheat

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

1 cup

Large Egg

Protein, choline, vitamin D

1

Ground Flaxseed

Omega-3 ALA, fiber, magnesium

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

2 tablespoons

Greek Yogurt (plain, nonfat; for topping)

Calcium, protein, probiotics

Recommended Brand: FAGE

1/2 cup

Mixed Fresh Berries (blueberries, raspberries)

Vitamin C, antioxidant, folate, potassium

1 cup

Baking Powder (low-sodium, aluminum-free)

Leavening, provides potassium

Recommended Brand: Rumford

2 teaspoons

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Vitamin E, healthy fats; for greasing pan

1 tablespoon

Vanilla Extract

Flavor; optional

Recommended Brand: Simply Organic

1 teaspoon

Salt

Just a pinch; optional due to hypertension

1/8 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

185

Total Fat

6g

Saturated Fat

1.2g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

2.5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

35mg

Sodium

185mg

Total Carbohydrates

23g

Dietary Fiber

4.5g

Soluble Fiber

2.5g

Insoluble Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

9g

Calcium

170mg

Iron

1.8mg

Potassium

290mg

Vitamin A

200mcg

Vitamin C

14mg

Phosphorus

130mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Tree Nut
Peanut
Wheat (if using oat or buckwheat flour)
Artificial Sweeteners
Fish
Shellfish
Soy
Sesame