Description
These Oatmeal Protein Pancakes are a nutritious and delicious breakfast option, packed with protein and wholesome oats. Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 25 minutes, they provide a hearty start to your day with a fluffy texture and the option to customize with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 scoop protein powder (unsweetened or flavored)
- 2 eggs
- 4 egg whites
- ½ cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Add-ins
- Chocolate chips
- Nuts
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend oats: Place the rolled oats in a high-powered blender or food processor and blend for about 30 seconds until the oats reach a flour-like consistency.
- Add dry ingredients: Add the protein powder, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt to the blender, then blend again to thoroughly combine all dry ingredients.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the eggs, egg whites, and milk, then blend until the batter is smooth and fully mixed.
- Let batter thicken: Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes. This helps it thicken and the oats to absorb the liquid, ensuring fluffy pancakes.
- Preheat skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or an electric griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with avocado oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook pancakes: Pour the batter onto the heated skillet to form pancakes. Cook each pancake for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove cooked pancakes and serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, butter, fresh fruit, or optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
Notes
- Resting the batter allows the oats to hydrate, resulting in better texture.
- You can substitute the protein powder with a plant-based or whey protein depending on your preference.
- To keep pancakes gluten-free, ensure your oats and protein powder are certified gluten-free.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use a plant-based protein powder and milk alternative.
- Make sure your skillet is properly heated before cooking to avoid sticking.
