Vega Essentials is a plant-based nutritional powder that makes it easy to add a scoop of real, plant-based food ingredients to your day – whether you’re a seasoned plant-based pro or just looking for a healthy and nutritional boost to start to your day strong.
High in 16 essential vitamins and minerals including iron, B12 and calcium, Vega Essentials is packed with fruit, veg, and full of greens. Made from a complete multisource plant-based blend of pea, flaxseed, and hemp, it’s a really easy way to top up nutrients, without having to think about it.
Check out their pancake recipes and spread idea below!
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Blueberry ‘Buttermilk’ Protein Waffles and Pancakes
Your morning just got a little bit sweeter with these blueberry protein waffles and pancakes. In less than 30 minutes you’ll feel like you woke up on the right side of the bed, even if you didn’t. Don’t feel like getting out the waffle press? Turn them into pancakes in seconds.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
500 mL unsweetened almond drink
1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
3 Tbsp water
250 g all-purpose gluten-free flour
½ tsp baking powder
42 g Vanilla Vega® Essentials
150 g fresh, dried or frozen blueberries
½ banana, mashed
1-2 Tbsp coconut oil, liquid
1 Tbsp sugar (omit if making pancakes)
Optional toppings: maple syrup, blueberries, and chopped walnuts
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/blueberry-buttermilk-protein-waffles-and-pancakes
Cinnamon Swirl Protein Pancakes
Love a cinnamon swirl? Then you will love our take on this classic… protein pancake style!
Ingredients
Pancake Mix:
140 g gluten-free flour, like buckwheat
1 scoop vanilla Vega® Essentials or Clean* Protein
2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
1½ tsp baking powder
470 mL plant-based drink, such as almond or oat
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/cinnamon-swirl-protein-pancakes
Protein Packed Vegan Chocolate Spread
Are you a nut butter addict? So are we here at Vega HQ, however we make ours with a difference… a scoop of Vega! Add Clean* Protein to increase the protein content, or Vega Essentials for vitamins and minerals as well as protein. The choice is yours!
Ingredients
300 g unsalted hazelnuts
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 Tbsp maple syrup
2-4 Tbsp hazelnut or olive oil
1 scoop chocolate Vega® Essentials or Clean* Protein
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/protein-packed-vegan-chocolate-spread
Red Velvet Vegan Pancakes
Nothing can beet this pancake recipe! Pun totally intended as the pink hue comes from our secret ingredient – beetroot. People will marvel at this pancake stack, we guarantee it.
Ingredients
1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
3 pre-cooked beetroots
250 g gluten-free flour like buckwheat
3 tsp baking powder
1 scoop, Vanilla Vega® Essentials
Pinch of salt
250 mL almond or cashew drink
2 Tbsp maple syrup
50 mL sparkling water
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/red-velvet-vegan-pancakes
Protein Buckwheat Pancakes with Cherry and Almond Sauce
You won’t need to visit your local for brunch, when you can impress friends at home with these bad boys! Get pancake stacking, protein style. With a chocolate kick, this moreish plate will get your day off to a delicious start.
Ingredients
140 g buckwheat flour
1 scoop (37g) Chocolate Vega® Clean* Protein
2 tsp cocoa powder
Pinch salt
2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
1½ tsp baking powder
470 mL plant-based drink, such as almond or oat
1 Tbsp coconut oil
1 tin of cherries
1 tsp almond essence
60 mL maple syrup
60 mL water
Plant-based alternative to yoghurt such as almond, to serve
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/protein-buckwheat-pancakes-cherry-and-almond-sauce
Vegan Banana Protein Pancakes
Looking to add a little oomph to your breakfast? These banana protein pancakes might just fit the bill. Part pancake, part banana bread, they make a delicious post-workout meal or Sunday morning brunch. Top with your favourite fruit, nuts, or syrup of choice and enjoy!
Ingredients
1 large banana, mashed
1 tsp vanilla extract
250 mL plant-based drink like almond or coconut
130 g gluten-free all-purpose flour like buckwheat flour
1 serving (35 g) vanilla Vega® Clean* Protein
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp cinnamon
A little oil for frying
Optional Toppings: Banana slices, chopped nuts or maple syrup
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/vegan-banana-protein-pancakes
Chocolate and Banana Protein Pancakes
Who ever said pancakes were just for lazy Sunday mornings? With this simple recipe you can whip up a fluffy, chocolatey pancake stack any day of the week.
Ingredients
130 g gluten-free flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
1 scoop (36g) Chocolate Vega® Essentials
2 Tbsp chickpea flour mixed with 2 Tbsp water
250mL almond drink
80g mashed banana
Sunflower oil
Serve with sliced banana and date syrup
See the full recipe here :- www.myvega.co.uk/uk/recipes/chocolate-and-banana-protein-pancakes
