I was on the hunt for a Protein Pancakes recipe but I wasn’t having much success. I found that they mostly included oats or bananas or both…and you needed to use a blender! Bananas and oats are not my ideal sources of protein so I went to work making a stack of protein pancakes that were easy to make without a blender, gluten free, and are keto!
Speaking of low carb breakfast, have you tried my Keto Breakfast sandwich? Amazing!
These protein pancakes are so stupid easy and simple, you are going to be making them every week as part of your meal prep. If you have time to sit down and eat a stack of pancakes for breakfast, you should definitely give these a try.
I have a recipe for Protein Pudding that uses protein powder as well.
So the few ingredients you need for these easy protein pancakes are:
- protein powder
- eggs
- water or almond milk
- baking powder
I mixed all of those ingredients together with a whisk to form my batter.
I might sneak some chocolate chips into this keto pancake batter next time.
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I got my skillet hot on the stove while I was getting my batter ready because it comes together so fast. I used a large non-stick skillet and then I used cooking spray because I do not want these to stick!
I love how these protein pancakes don’t need a blender. I love my blender, but I hate pulling it out for some reason…haha!
I actually do have another keto pancake recipe that requires a blender…so I’m not anti-blender!
The protein powder I use is Vanilla Premiere Protein Powder. I have also heard that Quest protein powder works really well. I would look for one with the lowest amount of carbs, preferably sweetened with stevia.
I used a 1/3 cup measuring cup for the perfect sized pancakes!
These protein pancakes look like they are ready to flip!
My batter usually makes 6-8 pancakes, which is perfect for 2 people, or you can save half of the pancakes in the refrigerator for the next day.
I served mine with butter, sugar free maple syrup, and a few sugar free chocolate chips.
HOW TO MAKE PROTEIN PANCAKES VIDEO:
- 2 Eggs
- 2 scoops Whey Protein powder (I used Vanilla Premiere Protein)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 6 Tablespoons Water or Almond milk
- Cooking spray, butter, or coconut oil for greasing the pan
Place a non-stick skillet on the stove over medium heat. Spray with cooking spray or use butter or coconut oil and let melt.
Mix the eggs, protein powder, and baking powder and water in a large bowl.
Using a 1/3 cup measure, pour out the batter into the skillet. I was able to make 3 at a time. They are ready to flip when bubble start to form on the top.
Serve with butter, sugar free syrup, and chocolate chips.
Nutrition per serving if using Premiere Protein Powder: 252 calories / 8g fat / 8g carbs / 2g fiber / 36g protein
- You can try this with other protein powders but I cannot guarantee it will work. I have heard that Quest protein powder also works well for protein recipes. It really needs to be a protein powder that tastes good on it's own!
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If I made these ahead would they freeze well? 🙂
I am not sure, they might?
I just made these this morning, turned out pretty good although a little bit dry but I will definitely will be making them again. I used Premium Gold 100% whey powder double rich chocolate flavor. They tasted a lot like cake which I am absolutely ok with! Thanks for the recipe.
Thanks for making me waste my protein. These came out terrible.
The recipe states: “You can try this with other protein powders but I cannot guarantee it will work. I have heard that Quest protein powder also works well for protein recipes. It really needs to be a protein powder that tastes good on it’s own!”
Can I add a tablespoon or two of Bob’s Red Mill gluten free baking flour and use egg whites instead of 2 eggs? Also can I use orgain plant based whey free protein powder because I can’t tolerate whey.
I am not sure but let us know if you give it a try!
I received a free sample of the vanilla bean Orgain protein powder in the mail, and just tried it this morning in this recipe – delicious! It’s a good vanilla flavor, and has a great airy/spongy pancake consistency. I used water as my liquid, and served with sugar free syrup. I might even buy some Orgain powder to keep around for making these!
Thanks for sharing the recipe, Jennifer!
Hi – I’ve been making mine with just egg whites and it is runny but I like it that way because than I eat it as a crepe with berries inside of it. I make a batch to last me through the week.
Fantastic recipe! I followed the recipe with minor tweaks:
(I used Optimum Nutrion 100% whey in Vanilla flavor) I found the batter was too runny, so i added a few Tbsp of Almond Flour til i got the right consistency. Also added a pinch of salt & cinnamon. It turned out great!
This recipe came to 9 medium sized pancakes. I only eat 2 pcs, and saved the rest in the fridge so i can just reheat.
Yummy! I only changed one thing- Instead of two whole eggs, I used one egg white and one whole egg. Tasted delicious. I used whey vanilla protein and it gave a nice vanilla flavor to the pancake. I noticed using any less than two scoops powder makes this runny, you definitely need the 2 full scoops!
hi can you tell me how many pancakes are in a serving size for this recipe? thank you
The recipe only serves 2 so however many pancakes you make, divide by 2.
I’ve been making them with only egg whites. It does come out runny but it makes a crepe. I roll them up berries and little bit of cinnamon inside of it. I make a big enough batch to last me the week. It quick, nutritious and best of all delicious!!
Thanks, Jennifer, mine came out really delicious and absolutely perfect!! I added two teaspoons of oat FIBER for flavor which is low carb, used Trader Joes’s egg replacers, cinnamon, had to add bit more almond milk/water than recipe says and my protein is Met RX vanilla whey protein powder. ..all in all, really good! I’ve experimented w almond flour, coconut etc, but these are much better imo. Topped it w/ my own maple extract syrup w stevia that I make and added a little bit of frozen berries from Costco, that I heat in micro, add a bit of stevia for berry topping. Loved it! Thanks so much for recipe..my new go to low carb pancakes!!
can i use vega vanilla protein powder if i keep everything else the same?
yes, but I am not sure about the taste of that one
I was looking for simple, high protein, low carb pancakes which didn’t use banana or oats, so these were great! Just whisked up in a jug – no messing about with a blender and lots of ingredients. I used plain whey powder with some vanilla essence, so they were a bit bland, and a bit too fluffy (might’ve overdone the bp), but a good starting point to experiment with flavours (more vanilla essence or add cacao or peanut butter powder etc. and may try with just egg whites). Should be ideal for taking to work, too, and reheating in the toaster 🙂 Many thanks!
Delicious! I spent $7 on a store bought protein pancake flour.
Your was light and has very simple ingredients. I feel like you can make a cake batter out of this. Thank you for your recipe 🙂
I have made these countless times, and in large batches. They always turn out soft and fluffy! One tablespoon of batter (to make a mini pancake) comes out at 19 calories each – awesome! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Awesome! Thanks for the review!
I did the recipe just like stated and none is thicker then the one in the video and the color is different, did you add more water in the video? I used premier protein vanilla.
I did a lot of testing to make them perfect which resulted in adding less water. I also used a different protein powder in the video.
How much is a scoop of protein powder as all brands have different scoops.
1/2 cup
I used Unjury Vanilla protein powder, I found these to be not as fluffly but a nice crisp bottom to them and intense with flavor !!!!! Will def eat again!
Thank you! Thank you!! This was a really nice substitute. Boyfriend and I loved it.
Maybe next time we will just use egg whites, but dang sooo satisfying.
These were a little “eggy” but the consistency was perfect. I used coconut protein powder and added some sucanat and vanilla. My husband even liked them! Thanks for an easy, delicious recipe!
SO glad you liked them! The eggy taste is mostly from the yolks, so you could use the egg white equivalent of the whole egg.
Tried making this the first time. They tasted rubbery and looked like crepes more than pancakes. But it was better than not having pancakes at all. Might be the protein I used. I used isopure vanilla protein and cashew milk instead of almond milk. Also ran out out of baking powder, used baking soda instead (used less since it’s stronger). Will try to experiment more with this recipe. Love pancakes too much, but I want to watch my carbs.
P.S. I’m not a baker and sucks at cooking in general
To Kevin – the baking soda/baking powder switch may have been your problem. Baking soda needs an acid to work, and baking powder does not. There isn’t any acid in this recipe, so that’s likely what caused the problem.
omg these are so good!! thanks for uploading this recipe, i’m always looking for easy to make, super low carb recipes that don’t feel low carb! i baked these for a few minutes with a teaspoon or so of butter on top and then used the walden farms maple walnut syrup and real butter on top, my new favorite recipe!!
*i think it matters what protein powder you use, too… quest is by far the best one for baking that i’ve tried
It was good but ended up sort of rubbery like an egg.
It’s really taste like rubber…. I’m using ON Gold standard 100% whey.
Me Need HELP… 😅
It really needs to be a protein powder that is flavored, like vanilla Quest or Vanilla Premiere protein
The first time I tried this recipe I made pancakes using Bluebonnet Whey Protein in the Original flavor and the pancakes came out amazing. Second time I made waffles which also came out amazing. I added one tablespoon extra of protein powder to the recipe for the waffles. Sometimes I spread almond butter on the waffles. Thanks for a wonderful recipe!!!
Amazing! Used low carb vanilla flavor protien powder and vanilla flavor almond milk! I also added just a pinch of baking soda and the pancakes came out soooo fluffy with a little saltiness to the taste
Cant wait to try your other recipes!!
I LOVE YOU!!! I have been looking for ways to keep me motivated to eating healthy while keeping my carbs in check! I made this with my Syntax Chocolate Whey Shake Protein and added a touch of cinnamon. I used water instead of the milk so I can save some more carbs for the peanut butter i wanted haha! But these are awesome! Thank you so much! I love you!!!!
Lol! So glad you like them!
I love peanut butter too, so I used peanut butter marshmallow Trutein powder to make these, and it was AMAZING!!
The pancake looks great but mouth feel a bit on the dry side. My family said sand storm. I wonder how I can tweak it to nice and moist. Do you have any recommendation?
You could add less protein powder or a little milk
I can’t get these right. My battery simply won’t thicken to be a better. I followed the instructions to a t and it’s still this soupy mess. I even tried adding another egg some more powder and some milk to help theciken. Any advice.
additional egg and milk will make it thinner. Only more protein powder will thicken it.
I just made these– they’re really good. I used GNC (vanilla something) powder and almond milk. The plain pancake had a slight egg taste but was still okay. I made my own blackberry syrup heated with a tbsp of honey and it was delicious. I might try peanut butter when I’m short on fat and protein for the day.
My Fitness Pal totaled the macros for 1/2 the pancake recipe as: 184 cal, 6.2 fat, 2.8 carbs, 28 protein.
Thanks for the recipe!
Thank you!!!! DELICIOUS!!!! I added a bit of apple pie spice for fun! So happy to have found your recipe!
Can I use whey protein?
yes
I’m not the best cook but I done myself proud making these. Delicious 😋
If I can make them then anyone can!
How long does the batter mixture keep in the fridge?
These were heavenly! I added powdered peanut butter (PB2) and it was very good. And they cooked beautifully in my Mickey Mouse pancake maker!
Awesome!
Did you use the PB2 in place of the protein powder?
Thank you so much for this recipe I’ve been doing keto and cant eat anymore bacon and eggs, it was really good and less carbs than the mixes.
Are these low carb pancakes?
Yes, if you use a low carb protein powder
Really loved these! I used my bar one protein powder and the taste was great! Just found the consistency a bit watery and the pancakes didn’t keep form in the pan. Is there something else I need to add or just add less water?
Just less water
I make these 4 or 5 times a week. Especially after a heavy leg day! I make mine with egg whites. I still got that protein taste. Playing with other things to hide it better.
this looks great, especially since I’m going to use chocolate powder. yay
YUM!
Finally a protein pancake that doesn’t have bananas and oatmeal! Thank you, Thank you!! I’m eager to try this and I already have all the ingredients.
You will love them!
You had me at “No Bananas”! I hate those vile creatures! I can’t wait to try this
I know, right!
This looks delicious and perfect for Christmas morning
Yep! They would be an easy Christmas morning breakfast!
I use a flavorless protein powder because my kids don’t like the flavored ones. I will have to give this recipe a try.
If you use flavorless you might want to add some sweetener so they don’t just taste like eggs.
love the protein and love that it’s only 4 ingredients!
That’s my favorite part!
These look like perfect post-workout pancakes!
Definitely!
These are awesome!! I’ve made these several times. Much better with almond milk
I think I’m the only person who doesn’t use protein powder…and might be missing out. These look fabulous, Jennifer! Thanks for sharing.
It does add a nice boost!
I’ve looked everywhere, but, I can’t find the carb count, net carbs. Also, for the other pancake recipe. Thank you for your time
I’d like to know the carb count, too. Can’t wait to have pancakes again!
It really depends on the protein powder you use.
I think it just depends on the protien powder you use, they all seem to have a different carb count. 🙂
Just log your ingredients into myfitnesspal