Banana Berry Protein Pancakes are a great way to enjoy a high-protein breakfast to fuel your day. These healthy banana pancakes have 41g protein per serving and are made with simple ingredients like egg whites, ripe bananas, and raspberries, making them perfect for busy mornings.
In comparison to traditional pancakes, these protein banana pancakes pack more grams of protein without any added sugar for a delicious healthy breakfast. Without the need for milk or flour, these are dairy-free, gluten-free pancakes.
If you like this protein banana pancakes recipe, you may also enjoy this similar gluten free protein pancakes using the same pea protein blend. I've also used it for these delicious Blueberry Protein Pancakes, Cinnamon Protein Pancakes, these fluffy vanilla Protein Cupcakes and these tasty Chia Almond Protein Cookies.
Whether you're making these high protein pancakes for school mornings, weekday mornings, or a weekend brunch, this banana pancake recipe is sure to become one of your go-to recipes.
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Ingredients for easy banana protein pancakes
Egg whites
Egg whites provide structure and a good source of protein for these fluffy banana protein pancakes. Using large eggs and separating the yolks ensures a low-carb and fluffy high-protein pancake recipe.
Vanilla pea protein blend
Protein powder adds flavor and boosts the protein content of the pancakes. This particular recipe only works with vanilla protein from a pea protein powder blend, so do not substitute with whey protein powder.
Ripe banana
Banana adds sweetness and flavor to the pancake batter.
Raspberries
Fresh fruit like raspberries adds a tart contrast to the fluffy pancakes. Some are mixed into the banana protein powder pancakes, and the remaining batter is topped with extra berries.
Equipment Needed
Non-stick cooking spray or coconut oil (if needed for your griddle pan).
Griddle or non-stick pan – Helps cook pancakes evenly.
Kitchen scale – I always encourage using a kitchen scale for best results.
Medium-sized mixing bowl – Ideal for mixing the pancake batter.
Whisk – Ensures the egg whites and scoop of protein powder blend smoothly.
Pancake turner - to flip the pancakes.
Instructions
1. Spray your griddle with non-stick cooking spray (if needed) and preheat over medium-low heat.
2. Beat the egg whites with the vanilla protein until smooth and fluffy.
3. Mix half of the fresh fruit into the batter. Reserve the extra banana slices and raspberries for topping.
4. Test if the griddle is hot by sprinkling a few drops of water on it. If they sizzle up, it’s ready.
5. Pour some batter onto the griddle. Smaller pancakes flip more easily. (4 pancakes should fit on a standard griddle pan.)
6. Wait 2-3 minutes before flipping. These free banana protein pancakes don’t bubble like regular pancakes, but they puff up.
7. Flip and cook pancakes for another 2-3 minutes.
8. Stack pancakes and top with the remaining fruit. Enjoy!
Ingredient Substitutions
Swap raspberries for blueberries or strawberries, or for other inclusions like sugar free chocolate chips or chopped pecans.
Recipe Variations
Add sugar free dark chocolate chips for a sweeter version.
Top with cottage cheese, greek yogurt, or almond butter for more protein.
Storage Info
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze in freezer-safe bags for meal prep and reheat in the microwave.
FAQ
No, this protein pancake recipe only works with pea protein powder blends. Whey protein would give you thin crepes.
Using egg yolks will change the texture and make these pancakes more dense.
No, the pancakes will fluff up without it.
Try almond butter, peanut butter, fresh fruit, sugar free dark chocolate chips, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Yes, store them in an airtight container or freezer-safe bags for later.
These healthy pancake recipes have more grams of protein and no added sugar.
These fluffy banana protein pancakes are an easy recipe for breakfast time. With just a few basic ingredients, this free pancake option is perfect for busy mornings or brunch recipes. Try them with your favorite toppings and enjoy a high-protein breakfast!
If you enjoy high protein pancakes, try these egg white stuffed protein pancakes and these blackberry ricotta protein pancakes.
And if you like the banana berry combo, try this banana strawberry protein shake. It's so good!
Recipe
Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF)
Equipment
- non-stick cooking spray if needed for your pan
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites 132g
- ⅓ cup vanilla pea protein blend 33g
- ½ medium banana sliced (59g)
- ½ cup raspberries 62g
Instructions
- Preheat your griddle over a low flame.
- Beat the egg whites with protein powder until smooth and fluffy.4 large egg whites, ⅓ cup vanilla pea protein blend
- Mix half of the fruit into the batter (and reserve half for topping).½ medium banana, ½ cup raspberries
- Wait until the griddle is hot enough (when drops of water sizzle up).
- Pour some batter on the griddle (smaller pancakes flip more easily). These pancakes don’t bubble as much as other recipes, but they fluff up. Flip after a couple of minutes.
- Cook for another couple of minutes on the other side.
- Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you’ve finished your batter.
- Stack pancakes, and top with remaining fruit.
- Enjoy!
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