Protein Power Pancakes (Printable version)

Fluffy Greek yogurt pancakes packed with protein, ready in 25 minutes for a nutritious start to your day.

# What You Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/4 cup milk
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1 cup oat flour
06 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
07 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice

→ For Cooking

10 - Butter or oil for greasing the pan

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and sweetener.
03 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour about 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 look 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 your favorite toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're genuinely fluffy without tasting like a protein bar, which I know sounds impossible but trust me.
  • Sixteen grams of protein per serving means you won't be hunting for snacks an hour later.
  • The whole thing comes together in less time than it takes to shower, perfect for mornings when you're running behind.
02 -
  • If your pancakes come out dense, you either overmixed or cooked them too long on medium heat—try medium-low next time and stir with actual restraint.
  • The batter thickens as it sits, so if you're making these for a crowd, don't let it hang around for more than a few minutes before cooking.
03 -
  • Make a double batch and store extras in the fridge for quick reheating—they taste fresh when warmed gently in a toaster or low oven.
  • If you're tired of whisking, a blender makes the wet ingredients ridiculously easy and ensures no yogurt lumps survive.
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