Banana Protein Pancakes

Cookie Score ●●○○○

Fluffy, wholesome pancakes packed with ripe bananas and a protein boost to fuel your day. Naturally sweet and satisfying, they’re the perfect healthy twist on a classic breakfast favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana (mashed)

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup rolled oats (or oat flour)

• 1 scoop (about 25g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

• 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond/soy)

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)

• Pinch of salt

• Butter or oil for cooking

Optional Add-ins:

• Blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Blend ingredients:
   Add banana, eggs, oats, protein powder, milk, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth. Let the batter sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

2. Heat the pan:
   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter.

3. Cook pancakes:
   Pour batter into small pancakes (about 1/4 cup each). Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.

4. Serve:
   Stack them up and top with your favorites – yogurt, berries, peanut butter, or maple syrup.