Banana Protein Pancakes

High-protein breakfast

These Banana Protein Pancakes are a great, high-protein choice for breakfast or snack any day of the week. Made with simple ingredients, they’re easy to whip together in just a few minutes. The other thing that makes this recipe a great one, is the fact that it all comes together in one blender. Easy to make, easy to clean up. These pancakes have a more egg-like texture like crepes more than regular pancakes.

Having a higher protein breakfast can help you feel satiated longer throughout the day. Lack of protein can cause cravings, unhealthy choices, low energy, and sometimes mood swings. The goal should be to aim for protein + healthy fats in every meal and snack to avoid some of these side effects.

So, with the addition of more protein, you make healthier choices, silence those cravings, have more energy and in turn have a better mood. It’s one simple way to feel better overall. Not to mention all the other health benefits.

Nutrition Facts: each silver dollar pancake

54 calories – 2g fat – 0g added sugars – 4.4g protein – 53mg sodium – 4.9g carbs

Reasons to add more protein to your diet:

-Balances blood sugar

-Builds and preserves muscle

-Supports hormone health

-Promotes healthy looking skin

-Stabilizes energy levels

-Improves quality of sleep

-Boosts metabolism

-Speeds up healing and recovery

-Protects bone health

-Supports longevity

Good quality protein powder

Take some time to find a good quality protein powder. Just because there are protein powder options every where you look, doesn’t mean they are all good. Choose the best one you can, and always upgrade as you expand your health knowledge or find a better one. I personally love Truvani because of its simple, organic ingredients and it doesn’t contain gums, added sugars or other additives. You can find it HERE.

What works for you, doesn’t work for everyone. Your health needs will and should be individual to you. The main thing is to look for a protein powder that has a high-quality protein source, whether that be whey, pea, brown rice, soy, hemp, or collagen etc. Look for ingredients you can read and understand, and as a bonus, one that also adds in extra fruit/vegetable nutrients.

Try to stay away from added sugars, unnecessary fillers or additives, artificial flavors and sweeteners, or thickeners and gums. Organic is always a great choice if you can find a good one within your budget.

Healthy topping options:

Banana Protein Pancakes don’t have to be boring. There are many healthy options you can top them with. Whether you’re trying to stick to your goals and you want to keep the sugar low, or allow yourself some sugar in moderation, there are plenty of options to satisfy your taste.

Low-sugar toppings:

-Fresh fruit (sliced strawberries, blueberries or raspberries)

-Unsweetened applesauce

-Greek yogurt (unsweetened + added protein)

-Homemade fruit jam (no added sugars, just fruit)

-Raw nuts (walnuts or pistachios)

-Sprinkle of cinnamon

Other options: (with sugar in moderation)

-Maple syrup (look for 100% real maple, stay away from artificial)

-Fruit compote (any fruit – with or without adding coconut sugar or honey – pinch of salt simmered down into a jam)

-Homemade whip cream or coconut whip cream

Recipe Tips:

-These pancakes will have a more dense, egg-like texture like crepes do, more than the regular texture of fluffy pancakes.

-I definitely recommend making this recipe in a blender. It makes it easy to pour the batter in the pan, and is a quick cleanup.

-Use bananas that still have some green on them for higher fiber.

-Add your milk only a little at a time to prevent the batter from being too thin. You can always add more.

-These Banana Protein Pancakes are best served the same day you make them. You can also store extras in the fridge for a day or two (for best quality) and just reheat in a dry pan as needed.

-I prefer a protein powder that has a little stevia in it for sweetness but doesn’t add sugars. If yours doesn’t have sweeteners and you prefer to have a little, you can always add a tsp of honey  or coconut sugar to the batter.

Banana Protein Pancakes

I hope you enjoy these Banana Protein Pancakes! Another great way to add a little extra protein into your diet and enjoy pancakes with simple, whole food ingredients. They are a great option if you are out of your favorite pancake mix too.

Also be sure to check out my other favorite healthy gluten-free pancakes HERE.

My favorite iron skillet pans for pancakes: LINK

Also the griddle version pan: LINK

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