Description
Protein-packed pancake bowls revolutionize breakfast with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy granola. Each spoonful delivers a delightful balance of nutrients that will energize you for the entire morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop (30 g/1 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- ½ cup rolled oats (or oat flour)
- 1 egg or flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 2.5 tbsps water)
- ⅓ cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
- ½ banana, mashed
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, blueberries, chopped nuts
Toppings (optional but recommended):
- Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- Fresh fruit
- Peanut butter or almond butter
- Extra maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Mixture: Blend oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Create Wet Base: Incorporate mashed banana, milk, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth, homogeneous batter forms.
- Optional Enhancements: Gently fold desired mix-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or berries into the batter for added texture and flavor.
- Choose Cooking Method:
- Oven Technique: Transfer batter to a greased oven-safe bowl, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes until golden and fully set.
- Microwave Technique: Pour batter into a microwave-safe container and cook on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, adjusting time based on microwave wattage.
- Serve and Enjoy: Allow pancake bowl to cool slightly, then garnish with additional toppings like fresh fruit, yogurt, or extra maple syrup before consuming.
Notes
- Add chocolate chips, nuts, or berries for extra flavor and nutrition without compromising protein content.
- Avoid overmixing batter to prevent dense, tough pancakes; stir just until ingredients are combined for light, fluffy results.
- Choose high-quality protein powder that blends smoothly and complements the pancake’s natural taste.
- Swap ingredients like using plant-based milk, flax egg, or gluten-free oats to accommodate different dietary restrictions while maintaining recipe’s core protein profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg