These delicious protein pancakes are a great way to fuel your morning or post-workout meal. Packed with protein, they are fluffy, satisfying, and easy to make. Enjoy them with your favorite toppings for a nutritious breakfast or snack!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop (about 30g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, such as almond or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Cooking spray or a little olive oil, for the pan
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Sliced bananas
- Maple syrup or honey
- Nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter)
- Greek yogurt
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oats
- In a blender or food processor, add the rolled oats. Blend them on high speed until they turn into a fine flour. This will help create a smooth batter.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- Add the protein powder, ripe banana, eggs, milk, baking powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt to the blender with the oat flour.
- Blend all the ingredients together until you have a smooth batter. If the batter is too thick, you can add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
Step 3: Heat the Pan
- Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Allow space between pancakes for flipping.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until small bubbles start to form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges look set.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Serve the Pancakes
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep warm. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
Step 6: Enjoy!
- Serve the pancakes warm, topped with your choice of fresh berries, sliced bananas, a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, a dollop of nut butter, or a spoonful of Greek yogurt.
Tips
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut to the batter.
- These pancakes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat in the microwave or toaster when ready to eat.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)*
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
(*Note: Nutrition values will vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Enjoy your healthy and delicious protein pancakes! “`
