Fluffy Protein Banana Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy, nutritious pancakes using banana, eggs, and protein powder for a quick, wholesome start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - 1 scoop (1 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder

→ Optional for Cooking

04 - 1 tsp coconut oil or nonstick spray

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
02 - Add eggs and protein powder to the mashed banana. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and lump-free.
03 - Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with coconut oil or nonstick spray.
04 - Pour approximately 2 tablespoons of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
05 - Cook 1 to 2 minutes until small bubbles form and edges appear set.
06 - Flip carefully and cook for an additional 30 to 60 seconds until golden and fully cooked.
07 - Serve immediately with desired toppings such as fresh fruit, yogurt, or maple syrup.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They're genuinely fluffy despite being made from just three simple ingredients—no weird texture or overpowering protein taste.
  • The whole thing takes fifteen minutes from bowl to plate, making them perfect for mornings when you're running late but still hungry.
  • You get real protein that keeps you full without the crash, and they taste indulgent enough that breakfast feels like a treat.
02 -
  • Don't overmix the batter or try to make it perfectly smooth—some banana texture is actually good and helps them stay moist and flavorful.
  • The skillet temperature is everything; too hot and the bottoms burn before the insides cook through, too cool and they're rubbery and dense.
03 -
  • Make extra and freeze the cooked pancakes between parchment layers; they thaw and reheat beautifully in a toaster or skillet.
  • If your batter seems too thick, a tablespoon of milk (dairy or plant-based) loosens it without throwing off the ratio, but usually these work perfectly as-is.
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