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Delicious and Easy Protein Pancake Bowl


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and adaptable pancake bowl that balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla whey or plant-based)
  • 2 large eggs (or 1 flax egg)
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, or oat)
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
  • Fresh fruit (berries, sliced apples, or figs)
  • Nuts or seeds (walnuts, pecans, chia, or hemp seeds)
  • Mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • Fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or thyme)
  • Squeeze of lemon

Instructions

  1. Blend oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a blender until fine flour forms.
  2. Add banana, eggs, milk, and vanilla; blend briefly until smooth.
  3. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter or oil.
  5. If using savory toppings, sauté sliced mushrooms until browned, then sprinkle with salt and finish with fresh thyme.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low and spoon 1/4-cup portions of batter into the skillet to cook pancakes for 2–3 minutes on each side.
  7. Stack pancakes in a bowl, add yogurt or cottage cheese, top with fresh fruit, nuts, and sautéed mushrooms as desired.
  8. Finish with a drizzle of warm maple syrup or herb oil.

Notes

Adapt this recipe to your taste by adjusting sweetness with fruit or adding savory elements like sautéed vegetables.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Cooking on stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Keywords: pancakes, protein, breakfast, brunch, healthy