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Protein Pancakes

Protein Pancakes

Easy Protein Pancakes that combine protein powder, oats, and eggs for a quick, nutritious breakfast with customizable flavors and healthy ingredients, perfect for busy mornings or post-workout fuel.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pancakes (about 4 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 scoop protein powder (whey, pea, or plant-based)
  • 1 cup rolled oats (ground into oat flour if whole)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk or milk alternative (adjust as needed for batter consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute) – optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. If using whole oats, pulse them in a blender or food processor to create a fine oat flour for a smoother batter and lighter pancakes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute and remove lumps.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener until smooth. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing and ensure tender pancakes.
  4. Cook Your Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges set, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Serve Warm: Plate immediately with your favorite toppings or sides for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter.
  • Do not overmix batter to prevent tough pancakes.
  • Adjust batter consistency with more milk if too thick, or more oats if too runny.
  • Preheat pan well to achieve even cooking and golden color.
  • Flip pancakes only once when bubbles appear and edges are firm.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free oats and baking powder)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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