Protein Pancakes with bananas

This recipe is a keeper for everyone looking for quick, healthy breakfast options. Protein pancakes are a variation of traditional pancakes, which are high on protein content with the use of either protein powder or Greek yogurt. Apart from being nutritious, these also keep you fuller for longer. These can be served with fruits, honey, maple syrup, nut butter, chocolate drizzle or cocoa powder making them taste delicious.

Recipe at a Glance

Eggs – regular, large eggs

Banana- Ripe, better to mash

Oats– Rolled or quick/ instant

Flour– Wholewheat, you can use regular all-purpose flour

Protein powder– Any flavor of choice, optional

Milk– Full-fat, low-fat, non-dairy, any of your choice

Other Ingredients

Baking powder, Salt, Vanilla

Step by Step Process

• Blend all ingredients in a blender.

• Heat a frying pan, place almost ⅓ cup of the batter and cook until evenly brown on both sides.

• Serve with dark chocolate ganache or honey/agave/maple syrup and fruits.

FAQs

Serving Suggestions -What to eat with Protein Pancakes?

Protein pancake is versatile and you can serve it with various options such as fruits, honey, maple syrup, nut butter, chocolate drizzle or cocoa powder.

Substitutions & Variations

Oats– You can use steel cut, rolled or quick/ instant oats.

Milk– You can use full-fat, low-fat, skimmed or any non-dairy milk (almond, oats, coconut).

Flour- Wholewheat flour can be replaced with all-purpose flour.

Protein powder- If you want to skip protein powder, then replace milk with Greek yogurt to maintain the protein content.

Storage & Make Ahead

You can make protein pancake batter in advance and store in the refrigerator for a day or two. This makes protein pancake a convenient option for quick and nutritious breakfast.

Alternatively, you can also freeze the pancakes, when you want to serve, you can either let it defrost at room temperature or thaw in a microwave for a minute.

If you are giving it in kid’s lunchbox, there is no need to thaw and by the time they will have their lunch, they will be perfect to eat.