How about a quick, nutrient packed breakfast that tastes amazing? Sign me up! These Strawberry Vanilla Protein Pancakes will satisfy your your sweet tooth and your gut health and they’re egg free for anyone who is taking a break from eggs or doesn’t eat them.
Enjoy a fiber and protein rich breakfast that you can add any toppings to that you like, or eat plain! These are great to make in advance or take on the go and I often make them when I’m traveling. Here are some of the featured ingredients…
- Strawberries contain essential nutrients to keep you healthy like vitamin C, fiber, folic acid, calcium, manganese, and potassium.
- Bananas have potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and are a fiber-rich food which is beneficial for gut health (1)!
- Oats digest slowly, are known for helping to moderate blood sugar levels and are also high in soluble fiber which helps with satiety and gut health (2).
These pancakes are a healthy option that the whole family will enjoy, and are are sure to be a huge hit!
Strawberry Vanilla Protein Pancakes
Yield: 3 servings
You will need: blender or mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, non-stick pan, spatula, cooking oil
Key: T = Tablespoon; tsp = teaspoon 
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1 medium banana, mashed
- 3 servings (90 grams) I
Vanilla Protein Powder or protein powder of choice - 1 cup oat flour*
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced (fresh or frozen)
Directions:
- In a high-speed blender, add almond milk, banana, protein powder, oat flour, vanilla, cinnamon and baking powder and blend until smooth. If mixing in a bowl by hand, mash banana, then add milk. Blend in protein powder and oat flour and mix til smooth. Mix in vanilla, cinnamon and baking powder til fully mixed.**
- Heat a pan over medium heat, and add a little cooking oil. Pour about 1/4 cup batter for each pancake, and drop strawberries onto the pancakes.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until small bubbles begin to form, then flip and cook on the other side for 1-2 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve with optional toppings (berries, nuts, maple syrup or honey, Greek yogurt)
- Store cooked pancakes in an airtight container and refrigerate.
*you can purchase oat flour, or make your own by blending oats to a fine powder in a blender – be sure to remeasure after blending to get the right amount.
**The ripeness and size of your banana, texture of oat flour and other variables can impact the batter consistency. If the batter seems too dry add 1-2 T milk at a time until the ingredients blend smoothly. If it seems too runny, add 1-2 tablespoons more oats and blend to incorporate.
Nutrition Facts
These pancakes are delicious AND nutritious! I can’t wait to hear how yours turn out. Let me know how you like them!
I Vanilla Protein is a 100% ORGANIC, nutrient-dense whole food protein powder combining 4 plant-based protein sources into a delicious vanilla shake with 20 grams of protein per serving to support your active lifestyle!
You Can Mix It In Water, Blend It In A Smoothie Or Even Bake With It.
Get Some Today!
- Barber, Thomas M et al. “The Health Benefits of Dietary Fibre.” Nutrients vol. 12,10 3209. 21 Oct. 2020, doi:10.3390/nu12103209. Web. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7589116/
- Hou, Qingtao et al. “The Metabolic Effects of Oats Intake in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.” Nutrients vol. 7,12 10369-87. 10 Dec. 2015, doi:10.3390/nu7125536. Web. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4690088/
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