Butter Toffee Kabocha Protein Pancakes

If you couldn't already tell by following me on Instagram (@adena86) I am in LOVE with kabocha squash. Kabocha squash is also referred to as japanese pumpkin. It is sweet, moist, and has this satisfying texture that I've become completely addicted too. I buy at least five kabocha squash whenever I see them in the grocery store to avoid kabocha withdrawal. If you have a hard time finding kabocha, you can replace it with any other winter squash (butternut, acorn, fresh or canned pumpkin), but I highly recommend you don't give up your search. Kabocha will change your life.

Another note about the ingredients. DO NOT fear the cauliflower. You DO NOT taste it. It makes the pancakes incredibly moist and cake-like. Read more about why I use cauliflower here.  

Butter Toffee Kabocha Pancakes

Ingredients:

1/3 cup riced cauliflower (raw cauliflower finely chopped in a food processor)
3/4 scoop Elite Butter Cream Toffee protein powder (or any flavor whey protein)
2 tablespoons oatmeal
2 tablespoons coconut flour
1/2 tablespoon psyllium husk

1/3 cup cooked kabocha squash 
3 tablespoons egg whites
8-10 drops English Toffee liquid stevia (or plain stevia)
Almond milk as needed

Directions

1. Place cauliflower in the microwave. Cook for about 40 seconds.
2. Meanwhile, heat a nonstick pan coated with cooking spray over medium heat.
3. Add the remaining ingredients (protein powder through stevia) to your food processor. Blend until smooth. Add almond milk as needed (add SLOWLY). You want your pancake batter to be thick.
4. Add the batter by the spoonful to the pan. Cook until the edges set. These are thick so be patient! Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until cooked through.

I topped mine with sugar-free caramel syrup and Justin's Maple Almond Butter :)