Swedish-inspired protein pancakes: Thin, pliable, and packed with 20g of protein

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by John
Published on 07/06/2025 at 05H04

When I was a young chef training in Stockholm, my host mother would wake before dawn to prepare plättar—those delicate Swedish pancakes that somehow manage to be both hearty and light as air. The sizzle of butter hitting the cast iron pan was my alarm clock, and the earthy aroma filling our small apartment was better than any cup of coffee. Years later, I’ve adapted her recipe to include either chickpea or oat flour, dramatically boosting the protein content while honoring the traditional technique. These aren’t your typical thick American pancakes—they’re thin, pliable, and perfect for rolling around sweet or savory fillings. 🇸🇪

The Story Behind Swedish Protein Pancakes 📖
Swedish plättar date back centuries, traditionally made with simple ingredients available even during harsh Nordic winters. What makes this adaptation special is how it preserves the delicate texture of authentic Swedish pancakes while incorporating protein-rich alternatives to white flour. This isn’t a modern “protein pancake” that sacrifices texture for nutrition—it’s a beautiful marriage of old-world technique and contemporary nutrition science.

While developing this recipe, I was reminded of the Mediterranean approach to protein-packing traditional recipes—simple adjustments that honor culinary heritage while making dishes more nutritionally complete.

Complete recipe and more at the link:
https://www.journee-mondiale.com/en/swedish-inspired-protein-pancakes-thin-pliable-and-packed-with-20g-of-protein/

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1. I have to say, oats have me very confused.

They're high protein? But they list at 27g carbs a 1/2 cup, and steel cut are even higher. They kind of bust up my keto count for the day.

But that recipe looks scrumptious. The 4% cream cheese and eggs and milk make the protein. I've found cream cheese without gums much better and less allergenic.