Description
Banana pancakes are a beloved breakfast, but when you add protein to the mix, they become even better for you. Not only are these pancakes delicious, but they also provide a healthy balance of nutrients to keep you full and energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized ripe bananas
- 3 egg whites
- 1 scoop whey protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp sweetener (optional, like Stevia or Honey)
Instructions
- Blend the ripe bananas, egg whites, whey protein powder, almond milk, baking powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sweetener (if desired) until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over low to medium heat.
- Pour the batter into the skillet to form small pancakes.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Serve with your favorite protein toppings like almond butter or Greek yogurt.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and almond milk. You can also swap out the sweetener for a drizzle of honey for a natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg