These protein pancakes are perfect for a quick breakfast or when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to completely ruin your diet, you know?
Protein Pancakes That Hit Different! Okay, listen up—these are blender-made, no junk like refined grains or sugar, and loaded with all the protein you need. Honestly, I’m kinda obsessed with where this is going.
Pancakes!
Top ‘em with peanut butter, throw on some chocolate chips, and finish with a drizzle of maple syrup. Takes me back to my high school days after swim practice, when my friends and I would basically destroy a stack of pancakes because we were starving.
Half the time, we didn’t even bother making them look nice—just smashed ‘em into a glorious mess we called “pancake scramble.”
Chocolate chips? Sprinkles? Syrup? Yeah, all of it. We didn’t care if it looked crazy; we just needed those carbs now.
This recipe? It’s that same energy, but leveled up.
Think: grown-up, healthier, and way more delicious. It’s like nostalgia in pancake form, but better. Trust me, you’re gonna wanna make these ASAP.
Real talk—I don’t really swim anymore, and typing this out just hit me with a wave of nostalgia (pun intended). Like, should I get back into the pool? Probably. Will I complain about how freezing the water is every single time? Absolutely. But man, swimming gave me the kind of appetite that could take down a buffet in one sitting, and now that my actual job is making food and eating? Yeah, I need to figure out how to make these two things coexist.
Pretty sure I had a t-shirt back in the day that said, “Swimming is life, the rest is just details.” Anyone else? Honestly, it’s still true for me, except now it’s “Food is life, the rest is just details.” Someone please make that into a t-shirt. I’ll be first in line to buy it.
So here’s to you, friends. May the odds be ever in your favor to have protein pancakes for breakfast all summer long. Whether you’re diving into the pool, powering through work, or just living your best life, these pancakes have got your back.
What Makes These Protein Pancakes Healthy?
No refined sugar, and they’re packed with protein—wahoooo! Let me break it down for you:
- No refined sugar because banana’s got your back. Sweet, natural, and delicious.
- No refined grains—shoutout to oats for holding it down and keeping things wholesome.
- Loads of protein from your choice of protein powder (I’m a fan of this collagen protein) and/or the eggs and egg whites. It’s a protein party, and you’re invited.
Basically, we’re all winning here. Healthy, satisfying, and totally guilt-free. What’s not to love?
How To Make Protein Pancakes
I’m all about an easy blender recipe, and this one is as simple as it gets. Here’s the lowdown:
- Toss everything in the blender. Bananas, eggs, protein powder—you name it.
- Blend it up. Get it nice and smooth, no lumps allowed.
- Pour and cook. Heat up your griddle, pour the batter into pancake shapes, and cook until they’re golden brown and gorgeous.
- Serve and devour. Stack ‘em high, top ‘em however you like, and dig in!
Easy and Tasty Toppings For Protein Pancakes
Okay, so if you stopped right at the basic recipe, you’d already have yourself a seriously healthy, protein-packed breakfast. You’d probably be that super intentional #fitspo person topping them with fresh fruit, a dollop of yogurt (weirdly amazing because it gives that syrup-soaked texture without all the sugar), and a sprinkle of granola for crunch. And honestly? GO YOU. We’re proud. That’s a vibe.
But if you’re like me, you didn’t stop there. Nope. You’re my protein pancakes soul sister, and you’re sitting right here with me, diving into the dessert version of these bad boys. You know what I’m talking about: peanut butter slathered on top, chocolate chips in the pancakes and sprinkled over the stack, and a generous drizzle of maple syrup to seal the deal. It’s basically breakfast dessert, and there’s no other way I’d have it.
Easy Protein Pancakes (3 Ingredients!)
Discover the best protein pancakes! Easy, healthy, and made with no refined grains or sugar. Perfect for a nutritious and breakfast.
Ingredients
1 scoop (22 g) vanilla whey protein powder
Instructions
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Add the banana, eggs, protein powder, and cinnamon to a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Place a nonstick frying pan over medium-low heat. Be careful not to let the pan get too hot, as this can cause the pancakes to burn. Lightly spray the pan with olive oil or grease it with butter. Working in batches, pour the batter directly from the blender into the skillet, using about 3-4 tablespoons of batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form around the edges and the bottoms are golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook for another minute or so until fully cooked. Repeat with the remaining batter. Serve the pancakes warm and top with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a spoonful of peanut butter.
