Name: Protein Pancakes | Over 20 Grams Per Pancake
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Cup (226g) 1% Fat Small Curd No Salt Added Cottage Cheese; 6 (210g) Egg Whites; 6 Tbsps (42g) Coconut Flour; 1 Scoop (30g) Vanilla Whey Protein Powder; 1 Tsp Baking Powder; 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract

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These protein pancakes are a quick and delicious way to jump-start your day. They're made with protein powder and just 5 simple ingredients. Plus, they come out so pillowy and fluffy you'd never know they're healthy pancakes.

A stack of six protein pancakes on a plate with a sliced strawberry on top.

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The Best Protein Pancakes

Now I don't know about you, but warm, freshly-made pancakes are definitely one of the first things I think of when it comes to a crave-worthy American breakfast.

But, of course, regular pancakes are packed with sugar and carbs, and not a lot of nutritional value. So, they aren't exactly the healthiest way to start your day. And that's where these quick and easy high protein pancakes come in!

This tasty protein pancake recipe is made in minutes with your favorite whey protein powder and a few pantry staples. And, as I already mentioned, they come out incredibly soft and fluffy and taste just like buttermilk pancakes!

But what really sets them apart from most other recipes is the high protein content - each pancake has over 20 grams of protein! Yep, they taste amazing and pack almost the same amount of protein as a scoop of protein powder!

Speaking of protein shakes, if you're looking for a super tasty one, give this Oreo shake a try! It's absolutely ridiculous.

A fork with a stack of six triangles of protein pancakes on it. Directly behind it is the pancake stack.

Ingredients

1% fat small curd no salt added cottage cheese- you can also use low-fat cottage cheese or low-fat Greek yogurt.
Egg whites
Coconut flour
Vanilla whey protein powder- or any of your favorite protein powder.
Baking powder
Banilla extract
Sugar free maple syrup

By the way, you can also use most of these same ingredients for these protein waffles or these protein donuts so I highly recommend checking out those recipes out soon too! And you can even use the protein powder to make this protein coffee recipe or protein balls recipe next!

A bowl of egg whites, a bowl of vanilla protein powder, a bowl of sweetener, a bowl of cottage cheese, and a bowl of baking powder all on a white counter.

How To Make Protein Pancakes

Making this recipe couldn't be simpler. The pancake batter is made in a blender, and the pancakes cook up in about 5 minutes. I also have a video of this recipe up on my YouTube channel if you want to follow along. Anyway, here are the step-by-step instructions on how to make them.

A blender with pancake ingredients in it, a bowl of vanilla protein powder, and a bowl of sweetener on a gray counter.

Step 1: Make The Batter

First, put all the ingredients into a blender. That would be your egg whites, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, coconut flour, whey protein powder, and baking powder. Start pulsing your blender to combine the ingredients until smooth. Also, since the pancake batter is going to be really thick, I recommend you use a rubber spatula in between pulses to help evenly combine the ingredients. Having said that, your pancake batter is ready when it's smooth and thick with no lumps.

Step 2: Prep To Cook

Next, pour your pancake batter into a medium-sized bowl. Because the batter is super thick, it can be a pain to try and pour it directly from the blender, and a bowl will make it a lot easier to pour your pancakes into the pan. Grab a pan, put it over medium-high heat, and spritz some non-stick spray on it.

A stack of six protein pancakes on a plate.

Step 3: Cook The Pancakes

I usually like cooking one huge pancake, but this recipe can make a stack of 4 medium-sized pancakes if that's more your style. So pour as much batter as you want into the hot skillet and cook for about 3 minutes. You'll know your pancakes are ready on one side when bubbles start to form on the top. Then, just flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes before removing it from the pan.

Serve warm and top with some butter and my sugar free maple syrup I mentioned earlier for the best results. They come out perfectly sweetened, fluffy, and moist. Enjoy!

A stack of a piece six pancakes on a fork in front of the stack of pancakes.

How To Store and Reheat Leftovers

As I mentioned, this recipe makes 4 pancakes, and if you have leftovers, they are a fantastic meal prep if you have a busy morning routine. So I highly recommend that you double or triple this recipe when you're making it.

The best way to store these protein pancakes would be to put them in an airtight container in the fridge. Stored this way, your protein pancakes will stay good for up to 3 days.

Then, to warm them up, just pop however many pancakes you want in the microwave one at a time for about 15 seconds.

A stack of six pancakes with a slice missing out of the front.

How To Freeze These Pancakes

Ok, so if you want to meal prep - and store these pancakes even longer - you can make a double or triple batch as I mentioned earlier. Then, you can store the cooked pancakes in the freezer, and they'll last for up to 2 months.

Having said that, the best way to freeze them is to put the pancakes on a baking tray, flash freeze them until solid, and store 'em in a freezer-safe bag. Then, when you want to enjoy a frozen pancake, either thaw it in the fridge, warm it up in the microwave, or heat it in the toaster oven.

A stack of six protein pancakes on a glass plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these protein pancakes healthy?

Yes, protein pancakes are healthy. They have with super healthy ingredients like cottage cheese, egg whites, and coconut flour. And they have no sugar and are high in protein!

Can I use protein powder instead of flour for pancakes?

Yes, you can use protein powder instead of flour for pancakes, but you'll want to still have some sort of flour or pancake mix as well. I used coconut flour in this recipe.

What do I add to my protein pancake mix?

You add things like eggs or egg white, cottage cheese, yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and even maple syrup for a little more sweetness if you're using a premade storebought mix.

My Final Thoughts

These pancakes are a fantastic way to turn your favorite sweet breakfast option into a healthier and more satisfying one.

A stack of these healthy pancakes will make you feel full until lunchtime - even if you’re a super-early riser - and they'll also give you a huge boost of protein to kick off your day. Plus, you can easily make large batches of it and have protein powder pancakes for the week!

Anyway, I hope you like these healthy protein pancakes as much as I do. If you make them, be sure to let me know in the comments what you think. And of course, don't forget to check out my Youtube channel or Instagram page for more high protein recipes like this.

Oh, and if you're trying to bulk up and gain some muscle, I recently put together a list of the best protein powder for weight gain. So give that a look if you're trying to add some size.

Part of a stack of six protein pancakes on a serving plate.

More Protein Recipes

If you want even more recipes that are packed with protein, I have a ton of high protein recipes that I think you'll enjoy just as much.