Description
Delicious and nutritious Oatmeal Protein Pancakes packed with rolled oats, protein powder, eggs, and warm cinnamon. These pancakes are quick to make, fluffy, and perfect for a healthy breakfast or post-workout meal. Customize with optional chocolate chips, nuts, or vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Ingredients
- Chocolate chips
- Nuts
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend the Oats: Blend the rolled oats in a high-powered blender or food processor for about 30 seconds until they form a fine flour-like texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add protein powder, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt to the oat flour, then blend again briefly to combine all dry ingredients evenly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the eggs, egg whites, and milk of choice into the blender. Blend thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, consistent batter.
- Let Batter Thicken: Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes so it thickens up, resulting in fluffier pancakes.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or electric griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with avocado oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour batter portions onto the hot skillet. Cook each pancake for 2 to 3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve: Serve pancakes warm topped with your favorite additions like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or butter.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with any dairy-free alternative like almond, soy, or oat milk.
- Protein powder flavor can vary, so adjust additional sweeteners or add vanilla extract for balanced taste.
- Resting the batter improves texture by allowing oats to absorb moisture.
- For crispier edges, cook pancakes on slightly higher heat but be careful not to burn.
- Optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts can be added directly to the batter before cooking.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute eggs with flaxseed or chia seed egg replacements and use a plant-based protein powder.
