Out of pure protein pancake frustration, I created this perfect diy protein pancake mix recipe.
I was sick of protein pancakes that stuck to the pan and tasted, well, like protein powder.
After much trial and error (I’ve been eating protein pancakes for years), I realized that there needed to be certain elements present for me to enjoy protein pancakes.
They had to:
- Taste like actual pancakes
- Be moist on the inside and crispy on the outside
- Flip without sticking to the pan like most protein pancakes
- Be delicious! Obviously 😉
See more high protein breakfast recipes in this round-up!
How to Make Protein Pancake Mix
For this diy pancake mix recipe, I wanted it to be like a complete meal in terms of macros. Just add fruit and maybe some yogurt and go.
This recipe is also gluten free (check your brand of oats) for anyone for whom that is a concern. To make it vegan, use a plant based protein powder in the mix and egg replacer when making the pancakes.
Start with your oats. You’ll need 2 cups of oat flour, store bought or ground at home.
I always blend mine myself because it is economical and easy.
Just add about 1 cup of oats at a time to your blender or Nutribullet (this thing works wonders for making oat flour fine and powdery in seconds with the dry blade).
By the way, I got these absolutely HUGE mason jar storage jars at Costco. The pictures may look like I’m pouring into tiny mason jars, but just look at the Nutribullet for scale!
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For this recipe, I wanted to make a bulk amount of pancake mix to have on hand for easy pancake making mornings 🌞
You will need:
- 4 cups of oat flour
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder (I used whey isolate but you can use vegan if desired)
- 1/2 cup ground flax seed (or buy golden flax seed and grind in the Nutribullet)
- 4 Tablespoons of baking powder
If you only have unsweetened, plain protein powder, you will need 1/2 cup of sweetener of choice.
Mix everything in a big jar and you are ready to go!
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How to Use Your DIY Protein Pancake Mix Recipe
To make your pancakes from the dry protein pancake mix, use the following ratios for one generous serving (double for 2-3 servings).
- 1/2 cup dry protein pancake mix
- 1/4 cup of milk of choice (almond, dairy, coconut, or kefir*)
- 1/4 cup liquid egg whites or one whole egg or use Vegan Egg or Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer
There are so many great options for add-ins in your pancake mix recipe.
When you go to make your pancakes, add in spices, nuts, fruit, seeds and more!
For these pictures, I used wild blueberries, walnuts, and cinnamon.
They were SO good!
*I love to use kefir when I make these pancakes because it creates an effervescent effect that makes the pancakes even lighter and fluffier. Check out more on kefir including how to make it plus this Dirty Chai Latte recipe with kefir.
You can also use this DIY protein pancake mix to make healthy sheet pan protein pancakes.
Air Fryer Egg Cups with Asparagus and Ham
Air fryer egg cups with ham, asparagus, and goat cheese, or use any ingredients you like! Simple, fast, and macro-friendly.
For topping, try maple syrup, honey, greek yogurt, berry sauce, jam, nut butters and more! And don’t forget to pair with a Vietnamese Egg Coffee.
I mean, who can resist the maple syrup pour shot 😍!
Protein Pancake Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups of oat flour
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder I used whey isolate but you can use vegan if desired
- 1/2 cup ground flax seed or buy golden flax seed and grind in the Nutribullet
- 4 Tablespoons of baking powder
To Make Pancakes Add:
- 1/2 cup dry pancake mix
- 1/4 cup egg whites or 1 whole egg, or vegan egg replacement
- 1/4 cup milk of choice almond, coconut, dairy, kefir
- additional add-ins, as desired
- 1 tbsp oil for pan coconut, grapeseed, etc.
For This Beautiful Blueberry Walnut Version:
- 1/3 cup wild blueberries
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a large, airtight jar and store
To Make Pancakes:
- Mix liquid ingredients with 1/2 cup of dry pancake mix
- Add in any additional ingredients to customize (such as blueberries, cinnamon, walnuts)
- Heat skillet on medium-high and add some oil to pan
- Drop about a 1/4 cup of mix into pan and cook until bubbles show through. Flip and cook on other side until golden brown
Nutrition
Is it possible to make these sheet pan style?
Yes! I even have a recipe for that 🙂 https://radicalstrength.ca/healthy-sheet-pan-protein-pancakes/
about how many pancakes would 1/2c of mix + 1 egg + 1/4c of milk yield?
About 6 to 8 pancakes, depending on how large you make them 🙂
You know how pancake texture would be like. This is a good type of food I won’t say no to. I love it so much.
This looks like delicious pancakes I love extra protien in my pancakes. thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much, Swathi! That’s very kind of you 🙂
I love that you’re adding protein in such a fun and yummy way! I wanna try this this week!
Thanks, Leah! 🙂 I hope you love them!
Omg this looks amazing! I have been trying to eat healthier and this would be a great breakfast. I might actually wake up early tomorrow and make this as a treat for my husband and me!
What a sweet idea! I hope you both enjoy 🙂 Thanks so much for the compliments <3
These pancakes look delicious! Healthy pancake mix is an easy and healthy breakfast idea!
Thank you so much Yonca 🙂
This recipe sounds amazing! I would also add peanut butter for extra protein! I never thought of adding walnuts directly to the pancake batter, I will definitely try that!
Peanut butter on top is a great idea! I love it 🙂
This sounds like a yummy recipe. I haven’t made protein pancakes. I do make them with oats though sometimes. I must try this!
Ahh pancakes are always so good for breakfast and for my guilty-free happy snack time. I love adding bananas on top of it 😀 Plus brewed coffee, please.
Coffee is a given!! And yes to bananas.
Im pescatarian so i need more protein! I would love to try a protein pancake!
It’s a tasty way to get more protein that’s for sure!
Your pancakes look delicious! I’m like you when it comes to protein mixes tasting like protein. I’ll have try your recipe.
Thanks Shaunette! Yes, I don’t like the chalky protein taste through my whole pancake. I promise these are not like that 🙂
I’ve heard of protein pancake and have been wanting to try it for some time but never did. Thanks a lot for the recipe. Can’t wait to give it a shot.
We’ve been eating more protein enriched pancakes and have found that they can be tough.
Yes, exactly. They definitely can. These are not at all tough, trust me!
Oh, that’s too bad! I guess you’d better try this recipe and see that they don’t have to be 😉
I know what i am having for breakfast this weekend. Those pancakes look so delicious.
Yay! Thanks so much Tara!
Mmm I love pancakes! And pancakes with protein? Yes please!
Awesome!! Thanks, Krysten!
I do love pancakes, so I’ll have to try them this way and see if I like it. They look really amazing and scrumptious!
Thank you Amber! 🙂