My kids love pancakes for breakfast, but I’m not a fan of filling them up with a plate full of carbs to start their day.  So, I love experimenting with protein pancake recipes!  Protein pancakes can pack a nutritional punch, give lasting energy, and they make my kiddos super happy.

Our favorite protein pancakes are pretty basic, and are made with ingredients I usually have on hand.  We love them because they are easy to whip up, they stay super moist, and because you can flavor them in so many ways.  Today, my kids asked for chocolate chip pancakes, so I let them add some Lily’s brand sugar free chocolate chips to the batter.  They thought they were getting a treat, and I knew it was guilt free…a total win/win!  Sometimes we add blueberries, or make a yummy berry & yogurt topping.  The possibilities are endless!

Quick & Easy Protein Pancake Recipe:
*makes approx 3 servings

1 Cup Rolled Oats
1 Cup Cottage Cheese (can sub Greek Yogurt) – we use low fat, but non-fat works as well
1 Cup Egg Whites
1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Tsp Cinnamon
10-15 Drops Stevia

Optional Add Ins:
1/4C Sugar Free Chocolate Chips (we prefer Lily’s Brand), plus more for sprinkling on top
OR 1/2C Fresh blueberries
Sliced strawberries for garnish

Directions:
Place oats in blender and blend until it becomes like a coarse flour
Add in all other ingredients and blend until smooth
If your batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of almond milk and blend some more
Once blended, add any optional add-ins you like and stir with a spoon
Spray heated skillet with coconut oil, and cook pancakes as usual
Top with an extra sprinkle of chocolate chips and/or berries

Try these out and let me know how you like them!  They are definitely a staple breakfast item in our house, and a real crowd pleaser.  ENJOY!

Cheers to quick, clean cooking!

xoxo,
Malea

Nutritional Information Per Serving (recipe makes approx 3 servings)
Cal 259, Carbs 28g, Fat 6g, Protein 24g, Sugar 1g