How to Make Protein Pancakes + 4 Easy Protein Pancake Recipes

Looking for healthy breakfast ideas? Learn how to make Protein Pancakes and discover 4 of my favorite Easy Protein Pancakes recipes.

Sleep is like a time machine to breakfast, am I right?

And there’s nothing better than to wake up to the smell of fresh pancakes. Fluffy on the inside, slightly crispy on the outside, and topped with all your favorites, from simple maple syrup to fresh fruits, to homemade jams. Everything in moderation, right? But, believe it or not, pancakes can easily fit into your clean eating plan, too.

To be honest, I was a skeptic too once, but then I actually tried making pancakes without the refined sugars and flours and I never looked back.  Shoot – add some protein powder, and you’ve got yourself a well-balanced, high fiber, high protein DELICIOUS meal.

Learn how to make protein pancakes by following one of my 4 favorite High Protein Pancakes Recipes. Nothing says weekend like homemade pancakes for breakfast!

WHAT ARE SOME HIGH PROTEIN BREAKFAST FOODS?

A healthy, protein-packed breakfast is the best possible way to start your day. If you want to make your morning meal more nutritious and filling, adding protein-rich ingredients is a great place to start.  These can range from whole foods, like eggs and rolled oats to powders and seeds, like flaxseed meal, chia seeds, and protein powder.

You don’t need to overcomplicate this.  Breakfast bowls and overnight oats are a couple of my go-to option during the week because they are so easy to make ahead and you have a filling breakfast in a matter of minutes. If you’re looking for a nutritious protein-packed breakfast, protein smoothies are also perfect for when you’re on the go.

But, when I have a little more time, I actually like preparing something from scratch, and my favorite are protein pancakes!  (Bonus: they also save well for reheating later, too!)

HOW TO MAKE PROTEIN PANCAKES

Wanting to know how to make protein pancakes?  The good news is that protein pancakes are super easy to make. Seriously, not only are they good for you, they taste so good you won’t even miss the flour.

Instead of flour, we will be using rolled oats or — gasp — no grain at all.

To make protein pancakes, just…

• add all the ingredients to a blender
• blend until smooth
• heat a griddle or a frying pan and add a little coconut oil
• pour the blended mixture into the pan
• cook for 2-4 minutes or until the edges start to harden
• then flip the pancake over, and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side

…and the — poof — you’re done and you have delicious, easy, and healthy protein pancakes to enjoy!

ARE OATMEAL PANCAKES GOOD FOR YOU?

High protein pancakes using  oatmeal make a healthy, delicious breakfast. They are high in protein that will keep you full until lunch. You can add any fruit of your choice and drizzle the pancakes with some raw honey or pure maple syrup for added sweetness.

Who knew something that’s good for you can actually taste this good? Pancakes are just the best!  Using oatmeal increases your fiber intake as well, which is awesome!

BANANA PROTEIN PANCAKES

Light and fluffy Banana Protein Pancakes can be whipped up and on the table in just 15 minutes. Healthy, filling and oh, so tasty!

CHOCOLATE PROTEIN PANCAKES

Chocolate for breakfast, you say? Where do I sign? Curb your chocolate cravings with these Chocolate Protein Pancakes for breakfast.

SWEET POTATO PROTEIN PANCAKES

These grain-free Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes taste like sweet heaven and are so good for you, too! Give them a try and see for yourself!

OATMEAL PROTEIN PANCAKES

Keep it sweet and simple. These Oatmeal Protein Pancakes are so versatile and a great go-to protein pancake recipe.

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How to Make Protein Pancakes + 4 Easy Protein Pancake Recipes

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

15 mins

 

Looking for healthy breakfast ideas? Learn how to make Protein Pancakes and discover 4 of my favorite Easy Protein Pancakes recipes.

Categories: 30 Minute Meal, Breakfast, Clean Eating. Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Quick Recipe

Difficulty: Easy

Keyword: protein pancakes, protein powder pancakes

Servings: 8 pancakes

Calories: 106 kcal

Author: Lacey Baier

Ingredients

Banana Protein Pancakes:

• 1 cup rolled oats, uncooked
• 1 ripe banana
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 1/8 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, for cooking
• sliced banana, for garnish
• pure maple syrup, for serving

Chocolate Protein Pancakes:

• 4 large eggs
• 2 ripe bananas
• 3/4 cup rolled oats, uncooked
• 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, for cooking
• raspberries, for garnish
• pure maple syrup, for serving

Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes:

• 1 large sweet potato (to yield 3/4 cup mashed)
• 1 cup egg whites
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, for cooking
• chopped pecans, for garnish
• pure maple syrup, for serving

Oatmeal Protein Pancakes:

• 1 cup egg whites
• 1/3 cup rolled oats, uncooked
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, for cooking
• strawberries, for garnish
• pure maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

To Make the Banana Protein Pancakes:

1. In a blender, add all the ingredients except for the coconut oil.

2. Blend this until very smooth.
3. To cook these banana protein pancakes, heat a skillet or griddle over medium to medium-high heat and melt a little coconut oil. You could also use some organic, grass-fed butter.
4. Once the oil is melted, pour about 1/3 of a cup of the batter onto the hot griddle. This will make approximately 4 in pancakes, which is what we prefer in our house.
5. Cook the pancake for 2-4 minutes, until the edges begin to turn from a shiny to a dull and bubbles appear in the center of that pancake.
6. Flip using a spatula and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden-brown and cooked through.
7. Repeat with remaining batter.
8. To serve, you can top with some fresh sliced bananas and drizzle with pure maple syrup.

To Make the Chocolate Protein Pancakes:

1. In a blender, add all the ingredients except for the coconut oil.

2. Blend together until very smooth.
3. To cook these chocolate protein pancakes, heat your griddle over medium to medium-high heat and melt a little coconut oil.
4. Once the oil is melted, pour about 1/3 of a cup of the batter onto the hot griddle.
5. Cook the pancake for 2-4 minutes, until the edges begin to turn from a shiny to a dull and bubbles appear in the center of that pancake.
6. Flip using a spatula and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden-brown and cooked through.
7. Repeat with remaining batter.
8. To serve, I like to top with some fresh raspberries and drizzle with pure maple syrup.

To Make the Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes:

1. In a blender, add all the ingredients except for the coconut oil.

2. Blend until smooth.
3. Add the coconut oil over medium-high heat and heat until melted, then pour about 1/3 of a cup of the batter onto the hot griddle.
4. Cook the batter for 2-4 minutes, until the edges begin to turn from a shiny to a dull and bubbles appear in the center of that pancake.
5. Flip using a spatula and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden-brown and cooked through.
6. Repeat with remaining batter.
7. To serve, I like to top these sweet potato protein pancakes with chopped pecans and drizzled with pure maple syrup.

To Make the Oatmeal Protein Pancakes:

1. In a blender, add all the ingredients except for the coconut oil.

2. Blend this until super smooth.
3. Add the coconut oil over medium-high heat and heat until melted, then pour about 1/3 of a cup of the batter onto the hot griddle.
4. Cook the batter for 2-4 minutes, until the edges begin to turn from a shiny to a dull and bubbles appear in the center of that pancake.
5. Flip using a spatula and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden-brown and cooked through.
6. Repeat with remaining batter.
7. To serve, I like to top these oatmeal protein pancakes with sliced strawberries and drizzled with pure maple syrup.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

• You could just mix this all together and they’ll be lumpy, but I like them smooth so I use a blender.
• For the protein powder, you can use whatever one you prefer. I use whey protein and look for protein brands that contain the least amount of ingredients as possible.
• To store these pancakes, keep them in an air-tight container. They’ll be fresh to use for up to 3-4 days in the fridge if you reheat them or can be frozen up to 2 months. 
• Nutritional information listed is for the Banana Protein Pancakes.

Nutrition Facts

How to Make Protein Pancakes + 4 Easy Protein Pancake Recipes

Amount Per Serving (2 pancakes)

Calories 106 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 4g 6%

Saturated Fat 2g 10%

Cholesterol 47mg 16%

Sodium 89mg 4%

Potassium 363mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Protein 7g 14%

Vitamin A 1.2%

Calcium 14.4%

Iron 5.4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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