Breeze in the air, balmy temps, sea grass – I think the weather is trying to tell me something!
Has it been 6 months since I last saw sand?
This morning’s Kodiak cakes may have been the best we have ever had!! We aren’t really sure why – but it may have been the addition of chia seeds to the batter. I would think they would plump with water and make the pancakes drier, but actually, the pancakes were super moist and sticky – just how I like them!!!
We topped our cakes with banana slices (some went into the cakes too!), Meg’s granola, Honey Crunch PB (which reminds me of the Nutty’s Butterscotch!) and coconut. Note the lone taco of batter drip on top!
Served with a side of femininity
24 hours till we fly to the shore!
Megan says
SO SO jealous of your trip to the beach!
I was going to suggest you try out the recipe I posted this morning, sometime this weekend, but clearly you’ll be having much more fun. Lucky woman!
ASK ABOUT SELLING the GH SHIRTS!!! (sorry, excited!)
Here’s the recipe nonetheless
http://megandyanray.blogspot.com/2011/02/little-somethin-for-weekend.html
Holly @ Couch Potato Athlete says
Those cakes look so good — and I’m glad the chia seeds didn’t dry them out. I would have thought the same thing.
Have a fun trip — I am so jealous! Enjoy!
Anne @ butter and bear says
Your pancakes look amazing! I never take the time to make pancakes in the morning, but after looking at these, I’m convinced I need to try them tomorrow. Have fun at the beach!
Stacey (The Home-Cooked Vegan) says
YUM! What a way to start your Friday 🙂
I bet you are so excited to be going to FL! 😀 I would be! I’d be too anxious to do anything except think about the trip and how sunny and warm it is down there!
Hope your Friday is a breeze! 😉
kaila @ healthy helper! says
awww your so lucky that you’ll be in the warmth this weekend! it is currently a white out where I live and about 5 below zero 🙁
those pancakes look so good and you really got me in the pancake mood….i think it’s time for a ‘breakfast for dinner’ night!
Freya (Brit Chick Runs) says
Ha, it’s sunny here too AND I had pancakes this morning, 1st time in a loooong time. Great minds think alike and all that :p
Stacy @ Every Little Thing says
I wish I could see sand soon! That’s so exciting. I’m just happy to see grass at this point!
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
I’m so excited for you! Unfortunately there’s no signs of beaches – or sunshine for that matter – here this morning. It’s snowing! But I hope you have a lovely time, and amazing job on the Kodiak cakes!
Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says
How exciting you get to go to Florida 🙂
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
Those pancakes do look tasty 🙂
Have a safe trip!
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Yum, yum! Those Kodiak cakes look delish! They look a little less cooked than usual, maybe that’s the difference? 🙂
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
I haven’t had pancakes in too long, I am going to have to try adding chia seeds to the batter and make them soon!
Hope says
Those pancakes look amazing! I definitely see some pancakes in my future for this weekend.
Have a great trip!! 🙂
Kierstan @ Life {and running} in Iowa says
I need to move away from Iowa…last week it was in the 60s. Last night we got 6 inches of snow! I thought Spring was on its way…bummer.
Have a great trip!
Melissa says
With the way the wind was howling this morning, I thought for sure that it was going to be freezing outside, but it’s definitely feeling a bit balmy in Central VA this morning! Your breakfast looks delish. The perfect start to a beach weekend!
Sarah @ The Strength of Faith says
Can you buy kodiac mix in the store or through opensky?
KathEats says
Yup – it’s in OpenSky
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Ahhhh, we’re headed to Key West next weekend, and I’m SO excited!!!! LOVE the beach!
Maryann (The Balanced Bean) says
So lucky you get to go to the beach! Kodiak cakes sound delish.
Emily says
So excited for you guys to get to the beach; I’ll be living vicariously through your photos as I sit in class all weekend 🙂 Enjoy!
Joyce @ Flowing to Fifty says
I want to come with you!!!!! I like bread. I like the beach. Sounds like a perfect conference.
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Breakfast looks perfect! I wish I was going to the beach…I really need a vacation. Have a great day Kath!
Jess (Sweet Potato) says
Yay!! I always love going back to the shore in the summer, I’ve never gone in the winter. Have fun!
Kris says
Hope you have a great time down here in SW Fl — the weather has been perfect! You’ll need a sweater at night though. Safe travels!
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
I’m making pancakes for breakfast tomorrow, and now I’m definitely going to add chia seeds to the batter. I can’t resist a stick, doughy pancake mmm! 🙂
Amanda (Eating Up) says
I haven’t seen sand in two and a half years. Sad. I have seen the mountains though. And plenty of snow!
Natalie @ Will Jog For Food says
The kodiak cakes look awesome! Have a great time in Florida… the weather is awesome down here 🙂
Camille says
Yum! I hope you have a great time at the shore!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I’m pretty sure chia seeds make everything better! Those look delish.
Perfect time to get away to the beach before all the spring-breakers infiltrate. Enjoy! 🙂
notyet100 says
enjoy,..
Amy at TheSceneFromMe says
Love the sand, sea, shore and sun! Enjoy your time on the beach 🙂
Jen @ keepitsimplefoods.com says
Kath,
Not sure you saw the recent NY Times article about McDonald’s new oatmeal product. I think you’d find it interesting. I’ve posted a link at my website. It’s pretty eye opening, if not surprising.
KathEats says
I blogged a link to it the other day!
Emily G. says
I haven’t read the article for MD’s oatmeal, but I tried it and it was GROSS!! Too too sweet and not creamy at all..more like playdoh! Gag!!
Katy (The Singing Runner) says
Have fun at the beach and safe travels! 😀
Nicole @ A Vegan in the House says
I’m jealous about the beach and the pancakes. Sometimes reading a post about food is not the best thing when you’re hungry!
PB Addict says
It’s currently snowing outside so I’m extremely jealous you’re going to the beach!
Heather says
Safe travels!
I bet those pancakes were delicious – especially the granola on top!
Susan (Oliepants) says
Have fun in Florida! I will be having pancakes tomorrow! Thanks for the breakfast inspiration! 🙂
Ann @ Day By Day says
I finally bought Kodiak cakes last week after reading about them on here. I’ve never liked pancakes, but they are seriously so good. I added banana into the batter too. I had them again yesterday- twice in one week! To anyone else wondering if they’re worth it, they really are!
KathEats says
🙂
Namaste Gurl says
You always make pancakes look AMAZING. That’s it, I’m comin’ over for breakfast tomorrow! 🙂
Caitlyn (A Spoonful of Life) says
I always get hungry when you post pictures of pancakes! You need to take bad pictures so I’d don’t get the urge to go eat!!
Alaina says
Makes me yearn for the beach! Have a good time in Florida!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
have a wonderful time! i am lucky that i can just drive 30 minutes to the beach anytime; i need to take advantage of that more often!
Maria says
These look really good! I might have to make them sometime. Safe travels!
Natalia - a side of simple says
It’s too bad you didn’t get to “the sand” in RI. Although, granted it’s not exactly like Florida weather, especially in December. So excited for your trip!!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’m dying to escape this snow storm! Do you have room in your suitcase for me? 😉
Britne @ Shabbott's Habits says
mmmmm….those pancakes look delish! Don’t forget that March 1 is National Pancake Day!
Tracey says
I’m going to need to try out Kodiak cakes. The last time I made pancakes they turned out not so good 🙁 It was either the mix I used or I made a major measuring mistake! But I like to blame it on the batter 😉
Rachel @ The Avid Appetite says
I am so jealous of your cakes and your shore trip! Have a great weekend!
Allison @ Happy Tales says
I am looooving that candle you have in the background of your pictures….where is it from?! It’s so *beachy* … yay!! Have an awesome time on your trip!
KathEats says
Just a homemade guy – votive, glass, sea grass tie
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
I can’t wait to try a pancake taco 🙂
Hilary says
Those pancakes look FANTASTIC….and soooo jealous of your beach trip!
Ally says
I don’t think it has been 6 months. Didn’t you guys go to Bald Head for Christmas?
Have a fun trip!
KathEats says
Yeah, you’re right! But that sand was not warm in my toes – it was icy!
Melomeals: Vegan for $3.33 a Day says
Chia seeds are amazing! I just love them.
Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) says
Your trip is soooo close!! HAVE FUN!!!!
Annette @ enjoyyourhealthylife says
That does look marvelous 🙂 And how great that you get to go to the beach!!
Cindy says
So jealous you’re going somewhere warm! Enjoy the warm weather!
Claire says
Just wanted to say love the blog! Can’t wait to try that Kodiak mix. I’m new to the blog world but I was excited to find another RD! Have a great trip. =)
KathEats says
THanks Claire!
Caitlin says
so jealous of your trip..I could use a mini-vacation!
Christine (The Raw Project) says
The cakes look wonderful! So lucky on the trip, have fun!
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
So jealous of that trip! have a great time – it has been too long since I’ve seen the sand!
Hannah says
Oh how lovely! Hopefully you’re have beautiful warm weather for your trip 🙂