High Protein Breakfast: Protein Pancakes with Banana and Peanut Butter Recipe

Pancakes that actually fuel you. Banana and peanut butter on top of a protein-boosted stack means you get the breakfast treat without the mid-morning crash.

Cook 25 min Difficulty NORMAL 320 kcal
#vegetarian #high protein #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • rolled oats 1 cup
  • vanilla protein powder 1 scoop
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • unsweetened almond milk 1 cup
  • banana 1 pieces
  • baking powder 1 tsp
  • peanut butter 4 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • cinnamon 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
  • cooking spray 1 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 34 g 43%
Protein 22 g 28%
Fat 11 g 29%
Serving size 170g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a blender, combine rolled oats, protein powder, large eggs, almond milk, banana, baking powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth, scraping down the sides to incorporate all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Allow the batter to rest for 3–5 minutes so that the oats can soak and the baking powder activates—this gives optimal fluffiness.

  3. 3

    Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Control the heat so the pan is hot but not smoking.

  4. 4

    Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook the pancakes for 2–3 minutes on the first side, until you see bubbles forming and the edges appear dry; adjust the heat down if browning too quickly.

  5. 5

    Flip and cook for 1–2 more minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter, reapplying spray if needed.

  6. 6

    Serve pancakes warm, topped with a generous tablespoon of peanut butter and fresh banana slices for each serving. Eat immediately for the best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The essential ingredients are the vanilla protein powder, which boosts the protein content, and banana, which provides natural sweetness and moisture. Together, they create a fluffy texture and signature breakfast flavor.
Q. How do I avoid dry or heavy protein pancakes?
Letting the batter rest before cooking hydrates the oats and allows the baking powder to activate, helping the pancakes stay light. Cooking on medium-low heat prevents overbrowning and ensures a moist, tender center.
Q. What's the ideal cooking temperature for these pancakes?
Cook the pancakes on medium-low heat. This controlled temperature allows them to cook evenly inside without burning on the outside—a key detail since protein powder batters brown quickly.
Q. How many calories, protein, and carbs do these pancakes have per serving?
Each serving delivers about 320 kcal, with 22g protein (28% of calories), 34g carbohydrates (43%), and 11g fat (29%), making these pancakes suitable for a high protein, balanced breakfast.
Q. What makes this recipe vegetarian and diabetic friendly?
There are no meat or seafood ingredients, and all the protein comes from dairy-free sources and eggs. With 34g carbs per serving (well below the diabetic-friendly threshold) and balanced fat and protein, it fits both vegetarian and diabetic-friendly diets.
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