Description
These Classic Vanilla Protein Pancakes have the comforting taste of traditional pancakes but with an added boost of protein. They’re soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet with hints of warm vanilla. The protein powder makes them filling and satisfying, perfect for keeping you energized throughout the morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup (50g) vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup (45g) oat flour (or blended oats)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- ⅓ cup (80ml) milk of choice (almond, oat, or regular)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
For Cooking:
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter for the pan
Optional Additions:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt for extra fluffiness
- A handful of blueberries or chocolate chips for variety
- A dash of nutmeg for extra depth of flavor
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk together the protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth.
- Slowly add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until combined. Let the batter sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Add a small amount of coconut oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
- Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the heated skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles start forming on the surface.
- Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and top with your favorite toppings—fresh fruit, nut butter, yogurt, or a drizzle of honey!
Notes
- For thicker pancakes, add a little more oat flour or reduce the liquid slightly.
- For thinner pancakes, add a splash of extra milk.
- If using whey protein, you may need a bit more liquid as whey absorbs more moisture than plant-based proteins.
- Make them fluffier by adding ½ teaspoon of baking soda along with baking powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg