In my last post about Protein Powder I mentioned a wonderful way to use protein powder is while making pancakes. For me, this is a great weekend brunch meal that I like to have 2 hours before or right after a heavy lifting session. There are MANY methods to make protein pancakes. In this post, I will give you some options for constructing this delectable meal, from very paleo to 80/20 paleo, and hope you can find one that suits your dietary needs.
Paleo Pancakes, Protein Powder Optional.
• Combine with 2 heaping scoops of almond butter
• Blend with 3 eggs in a medium sized bowl. (opt: 1 tsp cinnamon)
• Mix well and scoop ¼ cup onto a hot griddle or flat pan over medium heat. Wait for bubbles to appear then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
• You’ll notice that these won’t need any maple syrup or added toppings! Feel free to top with fresh fruit if you’re looking for a little extra sweetness.
If you'd like, 1/2-1 scoop of protein powder should be able to mix in well with this recipe.
Protein Pancakes
- Blend 1/3 cup of oats (I use Gluten Free Rolled Oats) with 1 1/2-2 scoops of protein powder (I used Cinnabon Trutein Protein Powder), 2 egg whites, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 3 tbsp vanilla almond milk, and unsweetened coconut flakes.
- Heat coconut oil on your griddle or pan and pour pancake batter. Do not make them too large since they will be harder to flip (about the palm of your hand).
- You can add fresh strawberries or bananas to your batter while they cook.
- Flip when bubbles appear and cook for 1 - 1 1/2 more minutes.
Chocolate Banana Protein Pancakes (2 servings):
- Mix/Blend 2/3 cup of gluten free oats, 2 bananas, 1 cup egg whites, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and a splash of almond milk/coconut milk and 1 tsp vanilla extract if desired.
- Cook pancakes on griddle the same way as the previous recipe.
- Top with fresh fruit and almond butter! Coconut flakes optional.
Birthday Cake Protein Pancakes
- Blend 1/2 cup gluten free oats, 1 large egg white, 1 large egg, 1 scoop vanilla whey protein, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 cup almond milk or almond coconut milk, and 1/4 cup cottage cheese (makes the pancakes fluffier!)
- The batter will be thick! Spoon out amount about the size of your palm onto preheated griddle at medium heat. Add some sprinkles.
- Cook until golden brown on the bottom and flip.
- To make the frosting, mix 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt, 1 pack of stevia, 2 tbsp almond milk and vanilla creme casein (I used whey and it tasted fine, casein gives it a better texture). Top with sprinkles and devour immediately!
Stay Hungry,
Leighann