Protein Power Pancakes (Print version)

Fluffy, high-protein pancakes made with Greek yogurt and eggs for a nutritious breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/4 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1 cup oat flour or rolled oats blended to fine powder
06 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
07 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice, honey, maple syrup, or sugar, optional

→ For Cooking

10 - Butter or oil for greasing the skillet

# How to Make:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and sweetener if using.
03 - Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain fluffy texture.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set.
06 - Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the pan as necessary. Serve warm with desired toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 16g per serving to support muscle recovery and satiety.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes using simple pantry staples.
  • Versatile and easy to customize with your favorite healthy mix-ins or toppings.
02 -
  • Use a non-stick griddle to minimize the amount of oil or butter needed for cooking.
  • Ensure the pan is fully heated before pouring the batter to get those perfectly crisp edges.
  • Wait until small bubbles form and pop on the surface before flipping to ensure the interior is set.
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