Pink Protein Pancakes
Pink Protein Pancakes are a vibrant and nutritious breakfast option combining natural ingredients like beetroot powder and protein powder for a colorful, protein-packed start to your day. These fluffy pancakes offer a balance of flavor, color, and muscle-fueling goodness, with customizable variations to suit dietary preferences and personal taste.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Dairy-Free Option
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup ground oats
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored whey or plant-based protein powder
- 2 tablespoons beetroot powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup almond milk (dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground oats, protein powder, beetroot powder, and baking powder. Whisk them together until evenly mixed, ensuring the beetroot powder is fully incorporated for consistent color.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. This liquid mixture balances the mild earthiness from the beetroot and adds sweetness and moisture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your pancakes fluffy and tender.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it. Pour batter onto the skillet in ¼ cup portions. Cook about 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stack your Pink Protein Pancakes high and add your preferred garnishes and sides for a beautiful, nutritious breakfast feast.
Notes
- Use fresh beetroot powder for the brightest color and richest antioxidants.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep pancakes airy and soft.
- Cook pancakes on medium heat to avoid burning and ensure even cooking.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for fluffier pancakes.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned pan for easy flipping and no sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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