High Protein Pancakes with Protein Powder Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (full fat)
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional* see note)
• non-stick spray

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, vanilla protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. 2

   In another bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and olive oil.

3. 3

   Add the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and whisk to combine, making sure to stop when just combined. Do not over mix the pancake batter.

4. 4

   Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the skillet with a non-stick spray (or butter or oil).

5. 5

   Working in batches, add ¼ cup of pancake batter to your skillet and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown and tiny bubbles appear around the edges. You can gently lift a corner with a thin spatula to take a look.

6. 6

   Using a spatula, flip them and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with the rest of your batter and serve with your favorite pancake toppings.