I’ve made plenty of protein pancakes in my day, but these 3-ingredient protein powder pancakes are easily my favorite. They’re just so easy, fluffy, golden brown-ey, and yummy!
These pancakes also check the customizability box. I’ve included an infographic at the bottom of this post with four different recipe variations for the primary ingredient, and you can swap the other two ingredients all the same.
Ingredients for Protein Powder Pancakes
You’ll only need three ingredients, and every one of them is customizable:
- protein powder
- skim milk or you choice of milk
- pancake mix – the four variations I’ve included are for Bisquick, Birch Benders, Krusteaz Protein Pancakes, and Kodiak Cakes
Like I mentioned, you can plug and play with all the ingredients. The recipe suggests a range of milk to use for different combinations. If you’re using a different blend of protein powder than whey (plant based, casein, etc.), you may need to tweak the liquid a bit more.
The good news is that no matter what you change in the recipe, they’re really difficult to mess up!
Final Protein Powder Pancakes Notes
These work great for homemade McGriddles. And in case you’re wondering, you can definitely use this recipe for waffles. Check out my chicken and protein waffles as an example!
If you try these protein powder pancakes, let me know! Grab a pic of your creation and tag me on Instagram @mason_woodruff or share it in my Facebook group.
3-Ingredient Protein Powder Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 C 120g Bisquick, or your choice of pancake mix*
- 1 scoop, 31g Vanilla PEScience Select**
- 3/4 C 180 Skim Milk, or your choice of milk
Instructions
- Mix the pancake mix and protein powder together in a bowl before stirring in the milk slowly. You may need more/less milk if you're using a different protein powder.
- Stir until everything is just mixed without any major lumps. Over mixing will make your pancakes flat.
- Heat a pan or griddle over medium-high heat with nonstick cooking spray. You may need to test your stovetop for best results.
- Slowly pour 1/4 cup circles in the pan, pouring into the center of the circle for symmetrical pancakes.
- Cook for about 2 minutes before checking the edges. If you can see the golden brown ring around the edge, flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the pancakes are cooked through.
- Top with butter, syrup, and your choice of toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
Additional Pancake Mix Options
Below you’ll find two graphics with more pancake mix options. The first graphic uses PEScience protein powder and the second uses a whey-only protein powder.
PEScience Protein Pancakes
For Whey-Only Protein Powder Pancakes
I love how these only take 3 ingredients! I used kodiak mix and almond/cashew milk with the vanilla protein.
I have made 3 times in the past week!
So quick in the morning and such an easy way to get in extra protein. I make them in my Dash-mini waffle iron.
My “go-to” pancake recipe!! Love it!
These are outstanding and the macros are shockingly good. The key really was to use your protein brand suggestion. I’m using Fairlife milk to increase the protein a bit + one egg. Today I did a bit of lemon zest + blueberries in the mix.
Thanks, Luke! Love the lemon zest and blueberry addition. I’ll have to try that.
I went 2 ingredient and used a pre-made protein shake… soo good.
These were great! I was cleaning out the cupboard and used carbquik, frozen blueberries, and unflavored Quest whey/casein protein powder. I threw in some vanilla and stevia for flavor. Has anyone used this recipe to make sheet pan pancakes?
I used chocolate protein powder and added a tablespoon of chocolate chips. SO GOOD! Thanks for the recipe !
Can I use any pancake and waffle mix like hungry jack or the great value brand
Yes, any pancake mix will work. It may take some slight adjustments to ratios, but the graphic below the recipe card should give you a good starting point. The batter should work for waffles as well.
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I like to throw in a couple tbsp of powdered peanut butter if you’re feeling adventurous