How to Make Healthy Pancakes with Protein Powder

If you’re looking for ways to tone up and slim down, you probably already know that you must have enough protein in meals and snacks. This can be a challenge to say the least. But one way to get extra protein into your diet (especially breakfast) is to whip up delicious, plant based pancakes using your favorite protein powder.

The foundation to any good pancake is a flavorsome and light batter. To give you a head start, here is an appetizing recipe that is quick and easy to prepare. Keep in mind that even if you have specific dietary needs, there’s no need to worry—this batter is for you.

Protein Packed Pancakes – Vegan and Gluten Free

Ingredients:

• 1 cup + 2 Tbsp OWYN Pancake Mix
• 2 Tbsp OWYN Smooth Vanilla Protein Powder
• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• ¾ cup + 2 Tbsp plant based milk
• 1 flax egg (1 Tbsp ground flaxseeds + 3 Tbsp water) or egg replacer of choice

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, stir together plant based milk or flax egg.
2. Combine pancake mix and protein powder with wet ingredients.
3. Pour ¼ cup of mixture onto a heated and oiled pan or griddle.
4. Cook on medium-high heat until bubbles form around the edge. Flip and continue cooking until golden brown.
5. Serve, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

Special tip: If you want to make your pancakes a little more exciting, you could try adding the following ingredients:

• Add fresh or frozen berries or chocolate chips to the batter to spice up the flavor
• Sprinkle berries on top of the pancakes once they are cooked
• Drizzle on some maple syrup or honey
• Melt some of your favorite chocolate over the pancakes
• Spread your favorite nut butter for added protein

There you have it, the most delicious, protein-packed breakfast that you’ll look forward to waking up to! Continue to experiment with the various toppings and ingredients, like OWYN’s Chocolate Protein Powder, to test out new flavor combinations. Share this recipe with friends and family, they’ll definitely thank you.