About the Recipe
Ingredients
Protein-Packed Banana Pancakes:
Ingredients:
- 2 scoops of your favorite protein powder (vanilla or chocolate work well)
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Toppings of your choice: sliced fruits, nuts, yogurt, or nut butter
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, blend the ripe banana, eggs, oats, baking powder, cinnamon (if desired), milk, and sweetener (if using) until smooth.
2. Add the protein powder to the blender and pulse until well combined.
3. Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
4. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the pan for each pancake.
5. Cook until bubbles begin to form on the surface, then flip and cook for another minute or until golden brown.
6. Repeat with the remaining batter.
7. Serve the protein-packed banana pancakes with your favorite toppings such as sliced fruits, nuts, yogurt, or nut butter.
These pancakes are not only a delicious and fluffy breakfast option but also a great way to incorporate protein powder into your diet. Enjoy your meal!
Here's a rough nutritional breakdown for the protein-packed banana pancakes recipe:
- Calories: Approximately 325 (may vary depending on toppings and sweeteners used)
- Protein: Around 30-35 grams (may vary based on the protein powder used)
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 45-50 grams
- Fat: Around 10-12 grams (may vary depending on the type of milk and toppings)
- Fiber: Roughly 5-6 grams
- Other nutrients: The recipe provides a good amount of potassium, calcium, iron, and other essential vitamins and minerals thanks to the banana, eggs, and protein powder.
Remember that these values are approximate and can vary based on the specific ingredients and portions used. If you have any specific dietary concerns or are following a particular diet, its better to look at all your ingredients and calculate.
Enjoy!
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Dawn