These easy protein pancakes are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Packed with protein and made with simple ingredients, they are perfect for breakfast or a post-workout meal. Enjoy them with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for the pan
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh fruit (berries, banana slices, etc.)
- Maple syrup or honey
- Nut butter (peanut, almond, etc.)
- Greek yogurt
Instructions
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Prepare the Oats: In a blender or food processor, add the rolled oats and blend until they reach a fine flour consistency. This will be the base of your pancake batter.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the protein powder, ripe banana, eggs, milk, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the blender with the oat flour. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. If the batter is too thick, you can add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
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Preheat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
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Cook the Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, until golden brown.
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Serve: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm while you cook the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings, such as fresh fruit, maple syrup, nut butter, or Greek yogurt.
Tips
- For added flavor, consider mixing in cinnamon or chocolate chips to the batter.
- These pancakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month. Reheat in the microwave or toaster when ready to eat.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy protein pancakes!
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