Ingredient Notes
Between the protein powder, rolled oats, and the eggs, you are getting a good serving of protein. And then you have the banana and cocoa powder for added flavor!
Let’s take a closer look at these healthy ingredients:
Banana: Any ripe bananas will do for this recipe. The riper the bananas, the sweeter the pancakes. (I also use bananas in my Banana Protein Pancakes).
Rolled oats: I like to use rolled oats instead of flour in this pancake recipe to add in the benefits of oats. Avoid quick oat because they are more processed than rolled oats.
Protein powder (chocolate): Using protein powder as a substitute for flour in your pancakes is a fantastic way to add additional protein. It’s important to get a high-quality protein powder, so I love my cleanish Brand Vanilla Bean plant-based protein powder. This is the same protein powder I use in my other protein pancake recipes.
Cocoa Powder: I recommend using 100% cacao powder for this recipe to avoid any added sugars. My favorite is Nestle Special Dark, but many great brands exist.
Eggs: Eggs are the glue that holds these pancakes together. If you want to avoid eggs, you could use unsweetened applesauce. For less fat and more protein, opt for egg whites instead.
Cinnamon: While not a vital ingredient to make the pancakes work, I like adding a little cinnamon to increase the depth of flavor and sweetness of the pancakes. This can be omitted if you’d prefer.
