Chocolate Pancakes Anyone?

It's the second week of the February Paleo Challenge! From what I've read on the FCF Paleo blog, it looks like everyone is doing well. Have you noticed anyone (who's participating) in the gym performing better or looking different? If you aren't part of the challenge, ask them how it's going for them.

Everybody who cooks knows that you usually end up with leftovers. So far in my experience with the FPC at 100%, having leftovers really helps out when cooking Paleo. You can use the same ingredients for different recipes (i.e. left over chicken you had with asparagus can be used in a salad you can make the next day) through out your week. Last week Jake had suggested Shepard's Pie, which will definitely give you plenty! Check out the recipe here.

I know I've got a lot of posts from Mark's Daily Apple, but know that I am searching new websites for recipes to get variety. Thanks for your patience as I am still getting the hang of finding goodies to share with you every week. Like I've said before - if you have anything in particular you would like to share (recipes, nutrition info, etc.) shoot me an e-mail or post in the comments! For now.. enjoy this one. ;)

You may remember a recipe from a while ago, Almond Banana Pancakes - this week we have Chocolate Paleo Pancakes! From The Label Says Paleo - this recipe originated from her making Chocolate Coconut Pancakes (that was inspired by Mark's coconut pancake/waffle recipe). The difference with the two: more chocolate, less coconut. :)

Preparation time: 15 minutes, makes about 10 small pancakes
Ingredients:2 eggs

• 1 tsp Ghiradelli unsweetened cocoa powder (pretty sure it doesn't have to be Ghiradelli, but what the heck..)
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon

"Mix the ingredients in a bowl until you get a smooth batter. Add a little coconut oil to a skillet and add batter to form a small pancake. Cook for a minute or two and once you see the sides of the pancake starting to brown, flip the pancake. These are easier to flip than the original chocolate coconut pancakes. Once you have flipped the pancake, allow it to cook for a minute or two on the other side. Carefully remove and serve hot with sliced apples and strawberries."

I'm not a big fan of coconut but this recipe requires just the right amount = not too little, not too much so both fans & non-fans of coconut will enjoy this. You can actually taste all of the ingredients in this pretty well. The instructions don't say what heat to cook it at but I'd assume that it was on a low-medium setting, just as you would cook regular pancakes. This makes a light and tasty snack.