By Bell Lifestyle

Desserts can be healthy too! Try this fun and easy treat and feel free to substitute any toppings you prefer!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups oat flour
• 1 zucchini, grated
• 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
• 1 cup plain or chocolate almond milk
• 1 egg white ( or flax egg)
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. peppermint extract
• 48 chocolate chips (can be vegan)
• fresh chopped mint, optional
• 1 Cup plain greek/soy/coconut yogurt mixed with 1 tbsp honey and 1/4 tsp peppermint extract

Preparation Instructions:

1). Combine all ingredients together in a bowl, except yogurt. Mix well.

2). Heat a griddle/ skillet on medium high heat and spray with cooking spray. Spoon on pancake batter, add 3 chocolate chips to each pancake and cook as you normally would. Repeat with remaining batter ( should make about 12-16 pancakes)

3). Top with yogurt mixture, Chocolate sauce Chopped mint, or whatever your heart desires!

Ingredient Spotlight:

Peppermint: Aids digestion and supports the GI tract to improve quality of life. May also help relax the muscles of your intestines.