Who Doesn't Love PANCAKES!!!
Power Up Your Pancake Tuesday with These High-Protein Pancake Recipes!
Pancake Tuesday is here, and if you're looking for a way to celebrate without derailing your fitness goals, we’ve got you covered! These two high-protein pancake recipes are packed with muscle-fueling ingredients to keep you satisfied and energized. Whether you prefer a classic fluffy stack or something with a little extra texture, these recipes will help you enjoy the tradition while hitting your protein goals. Fire up the griddle and let’s get flipping!
Recipe #1: "OATMEAL PANCAKES". (A FirePower Family Favourite)
Begin With:
- 1.5 cups quick oats
- 2 cups skim milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tsp vinegar
- Stir then let sit for 5 minutes.
Remaining Ingredients:
- 1 cup of whole wheat flour
- 1 Tbsp sugar or sweetener or honey
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2.5 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions. Blend dry ingredients together. Mix into oat/milk mixture. Stir in eggs and olive oil. Use 1/3 measuring cup to pour mixture onto non-stick pan, griddle or waffle iron.
Optional: add chopped apples or berries to pancake mixture before cooking. Makes approx 8 -10 pancakes. Do a double batch for leftovers!
Recipe #2: "SINGLE SERVE NO SUGAR COTTAGE CHEESE PANCAKES".
(don't worry - you don't even taste the cottage cheese!)
Ingredients for ONE Pancake
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup oats
- 1/3 cup egg whites (or 1 large egg)
- Dash of cinnamon
Directions: Put all ingredients into a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Heat a frying pan, griddle or waffle iron. Spray LIGHTLY with olive oil. Pour mixture & cook on both sides as normal.
Optional: add chopped apples or berries to pancake mixture AFTER blending before cooking.