Cocoa pancakes with collagen - a delicious recipe from a nutritionist

A quick to make, tasty and collagen-charged recipe for cocoa pancakes. Check out how cool it is to incorporate collagen into your meals.

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Pancakes are always a fun breakfast idea - they are filling and can be tailored to suit your current taste cravings. Nutritionist Aleksandra Cudna-Bartnicka has prepared a recipe for pancakes with collagen.

Natu.Care's collagen flavour is a hit among sweet recipes. The distinct Dutch cocoa melts in the mouth. Put on your apron and prepare a delicious breakfast with a hearty serving of collagen.

The collagen flavour is a great choice.

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From this article you will learn:

  • How to make pancakes with collagen.
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  • How to compose a nutritious and tasty meal.
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  • Why you should supplement with collagen.
  • Why you should supplement with collagen.

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Cocoa pancakes with collagen

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Report for approximately 20 pancakes (2 portions)

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Ingredients:

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  • eggs 100 g (2 pieces)
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  • spelt or wheat flour 80 g (⅔ cup)
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  • baking powder 3 g (1 teaspoon)
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  • erythritol 10 g (2 teaspoons)
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  • Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, cocoa 2 sachets
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  • Vegetable drink/milk 110 g (⅓ cup)
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  • blueberries 100 g (2 handfuls)
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  • optional natural yoghurt topping
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Preparation:

  • Separate the egg whites from the yolks and whisk to a stiff froth.
  • Separate the egg whites from the yolks and whisk to a stiff froth.
  • Place the egg yolks in a bowl with all the dry ingredients, pour in the milk/vegetable drink and blend until smooth.
  • Place the egg yolks in a bowl with all the dry ingredients, pour in the milk/vegetable drink and blend until smooth.
  • Combine the egg whites with the yolks, gently mixing the two masses with a spatula.
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  • Heat the pancake pan with a little oil and layer 1-1.5 tablespoons of the mixture at a time. Stuff a few blueberries into each pancake. Fry on both sides over a medium heat until golden brown.
  • Serve.
  • Serve with yoghurt and fruit.
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Blueberries are a fruit particularly recommended for people suffering from insulin resistance or diabetes, as they are low in calories and have a low glycaemic index. In addition, these fruits are loaded with anthocyanins, which regenerate the organ of sight, so if you spend many hours in front of the computer - enrich your diet with these fruits.

Blueberries are especially recommended for people suffering from insulin resistance or diabetes, as they are low in calories and have a low glycemic index.

Macronutrients per 1 serving: 417 kcal, protein 19 g, fat 8 g, carbohydrates 70 g

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Prepare your pancakes and show them off on Instagram. Tag us @natucare_en - we want to see it!

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Why is it worth supplementing with collagen?

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It's worth supplementing collagen because around 25 years of age the body's natural collagen production begins to declineand. The first wrinkles appear and the skin loses its firmness. This is the moment to replenish collagen (in a tasty way - as you can see in the recipe!)

Taking fish collagen in portions of at least 2,500 mg for 3 months will affect the appearance of your hair, skin and nailsand. Collagen also supports the musculoskeletal system to keep your joints, bones and musclesand in good shape for as long as possible.

How does collagen affect your body?

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The effects you can expect from regular collagen supplementation include supporting your beauty and health. Research to date suggests how collagen can help youand:

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skin

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Nails

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Hair

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Joints, muscles and bones

  • reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles,
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  • improves elasticity, firmness and tone,
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  • increases hydration,
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  • can reduce imperfections,
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  • reduces the appearance of cellulite ("orange peel"),
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  • helps skin healing (e.g. after acne, scars, stretch marks),
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  • reduces brittleness, 
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  • promotes healthy growth,
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  • gives elasticity,
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  • reduces unevenness and improves shape,
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  • may increase firmness,
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  • increases the hydration of the skin around the nails,
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  • gives strong structure,
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  • reduces the resulting damage to the hair follicle,
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  • prevents damage to the hair shaft,
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  • can slow down the greying process,
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  • can prevent hair thinning,
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  • improves the condition of the scalp by increasing its moisture level,
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  • rebuilds cartilage tissue and is involved in the production of joint lubricant,
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  • improves joint flexibility,
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  • supports muscle regeneration and endurance,
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  • increases bone density,
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  • can prevent osteoporosis,
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  • can reduce joint pain,
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Natu.Care collagen has no fishy aftertaste and dissolves well. Go ahead and add it to your favourite sweet meals (cocktails, deserts, smoothies, omlettes) as well as savoury (bowels, falafels, sauces for fries, quesadillas).

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Emilia Moskal specialises in medical and psychological texts, including content for medical entities. She is a fan of simple language and reader-friendly communication. At Natu.Care, she writes educational articles.

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