High Protein Pancakes
Don’t you just love a recipe that is quick, easy and doesn’t require multiple bowls? In this case, all you need is a blender and you are good to go!
Why You Need More Protein!
Proteins are an important part of a diet. They are essential for cell growth and repair. Adding protein at every meal and snack ensures you are getting enough protein in your day. On average, a person needs 1g of protein per kg of body weight every day. If you are more active, then you may require more. Having enough protein at breakfast may be challenging so this recipe is a great way to achieve this.
Good sources of protein to incorporate in your breakfast are: eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nut butters, nuts & seeds. In these high protein pancakes, the cottage cheese and eggs are the stars. Enjoy with savoury or sweet toppings of your choice.
Click high-protein-pancakes.pdf for the printable version of this recipe. This recipe was edited from a recipe in the Livy Method.
3 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 2-3 minutes per pancake
What you need:
- 1 cup oats
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- Pinch salt
What you do:
- Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender. Blend until you get a smooth consistency. Let sit for 5 minutes so the batter thickens up.
- Add a little bit of avocado or coconut oil to your frying pan. Heat on medium-high. Once pan is hot enough, pour pancake batter into the pan. Approximate size of each pancake is 6 inches in diameter. Cook for about 3 minutes per side.
- Makes approximately 7-8 pancakes (6 inches in diameter).
One serving is 2-3 pancakes per person. - Divide onto plates and enjoy with your favourite topping.
Nutrient Information Per Serving:
Fat 10g Carbs 21g Fibre 3g Sugar 2g Protein 18g
Culinary Tips:
- If you don’t have a high-speed blender, use quick oats instead of regular oats. It will blend easier in a regular blender or in a mixer.
- For a savoury version, top with avocado slices, tomato slices, a poached egg, and some sprouts.
For a sweet version, spreat nut butter on pancake, then top with Greek yogurt and fresh berries. - Adding these toppings will increase the protein count: poached egg, nut butter, Greek yogurt, hemp seeds.
Bon appétit!
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