Prep Time: 15 minutes
Fluffy, protein-packed pancakes topped with festive ingredients like Greek yogurt, berries, and a sprinkle of crushed nuts make a wholesome and indulgent holiday breakfast treat.
Macros Per Serving:
- 280 calories
- 30g protein
- 6g fiber
- 8g fat
- 25g carbohydrates
Total Servings: 2
Ingredient List
- 40g rolled oats (about ½ c.)
- 60g protein powder (about 2 scoops)
- 2 large eggs
- 100ml unsweetened almond milk (about ⅓ c.)
- 5g baking powder (about 1 tsp)
- 5ml vanilla extract (about 1 tsp)
- Non-stick cooking spray
Festive Toppings
- 100g non-fat Greek yogurt (about ½ c.)
- 60g mixed berries (about ½ c.)
- 10g crushed pistachios or almonds (about 1 tbsp)
Vegan Alternative Ingredient List
- Replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water)
- Use plant-based protein powder
- Replace Greek yogurt with coconut or soy yogurt
Gluten-Free Substitutions
- Use certified gluten-free oats
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Blend the oats into a fine flour using a blender or food processor.
- In a bowl, mix the oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Pour small amounts of the batter onto the skillet to form pancakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and top with Greek yogurt, berries, and crushed nuts.
Notes and Tips
- Pan Size: Use a small skillet to create uniform-sized pancakes.
- Storage: Pancakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for meal prep.
- Optional Additions: Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra holiday flavor.
- Meal Prep: Prepare the batter in advance and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
Substitutions
- Use mashed banana or unsweetened applesauce instead of almond milk for a slightly sweeter batter.
- Replace pistachios with walnuts or pecans.
Tips for Lowering Calories
- Reduce the nut topping or skip it to cut fat and calories.
- Use low-calorie sweetener instead of vanilla extract for additional flavor without added calories.
