4-Ingredient Easy Vanilla Cupcake Protein Pancakes
Pack in the protein for breakfast with a stack of these easy vanilla protein pancakes. Only 77 calories and 11 grams of protein per pancake!
There’s something about a stack of pancakes for breakfast that just hits right. And this simple recipe combines the best things about regular pancakes with what you need to meet your goals! They’re the easiest way to make sure you start your day off right.
These fluffy protein pancakes use protein powder to get a sweet vanilla cupcake flavor. If you’re looking for a high-protein breakfast that doesn’t use powder, but still deliver a protein punch, these greek yogurt pancakes are a great option!
What’s in this vanilla cupcake protein pancake recipe
These fluffy pancakes are made with simple ingredients so you can enjoy a delicious breakfast without any guilt!
- Protein Powder: This is where your protein comes from. I use Gold Standard Whey Protein Powder in the Vanilla Ice Cream flavor, but you can use any vanilla-flavored protein powder you’d like!
- Eggs: We use the whole egg in these pancakes, in part to get the structure and protein from the egg whites. The yolks are there to add enough fat that your pancakes don’t come out tough.
- Baking Powder: This gives the pancakes that fluffy texture.
- Milk: You can use any kind of milk here. In a pinch, you can sub this with water, but you won’t get as tender a pancake.
Making 4-ingredient protein pancakes
Step 1 | Mix
In a large mixing bowl, mix your favorite protein powder, the eggs, baking powder, and milk of your choice. Whisk them together until you get a smooth pancake batter.
Let the batter rest while you get ready to cook!
Step 2 | Cook
Heat up a griddle or skillet to medium heat. Melt some butter or coconut oil, or spray cooking spray on the griddle. Drop 1/4 cup of pancake batter for each pancake.
Let the pancakes cook until you see small bubbles on the top. Flip them and let them finish cooking until both sides are golden brown.
Step 3 | Enjoy
These pancakes are best fresh and warm. Top them with your favorite toppings: a little greek yogurt, fresh fruit, pure maple syrup, or some peanut butter for a deliciously healthy breakfast!
Variations
You can play around with this base recipe to make this staple breakfast item even more fun!
- Add mix-ins: Sprinkles are so fun in these pancakes, and they go with the vanilla cupcake flavor. You can also add some fruit, like fresh blueberries. Chocolate chips, a tsp almond butter, or even a tsp cinnamon are all fantastic ideas as well!
- Add flavors: You can intensify the vanilla flavor of the pancakes with a tsp vanilla extract. You can also play around with other extracts, like almond extract or butter flavoring.
- Play around with protein: Try using a different protein powder to get different flavors!
FAQs
Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or toaster on busy mornings!
Absolutely. Almond, oat, soy, or any plant-based milk works well in place of dairy milk.
You sure can! Just cook the batter in waffle iron and you have delicious protein waffles!
4-Ingredient Vanilla Protein Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 scoops protein powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients until smooth.
- Grease a skillet or griddle and preheat to medium-high heat.
- Drop 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto preheated griddle.
- Allow pancakes to cook until small bubbles appear. Flip the pancake. Cook until pancake is golden brown on both sides.
