Simple Protein Pancake for Lasting Energy

If your mornings feel rushed and you find yourself grabbing quick, low-fiber options that leave you hungry an hour later, this recipe solves that problem in a very practical way.

This baked protein pancake is built to give you staying power. It combines fiber and healthy carbs, protein, and healthy fats to help support steady blood sugar, stable energy, and better focus throughout your morning. Instead of cooking individual pancakes, everything goes into one dish and bakes at once, making it ideal for busy professionals who want something simple but effective.

It is also a great example of cooking once and eating multiple times. You can make a full batch, portion it out, and have a ready-to-go breakfast or snack for several days. It works well on its own or paired with additional protein, healthy fats, or fruit depending on your needs. I really like it with black coffee, as a guilt-free dessert, after I eat the bulk of my breakfast. So yummy!

This recipe makes one full pan, which can easily be divided into multiple servings for the week.

Why You’ll Love It

One-pan recipe, no flipping or standing over the stove
Balanced with fiber, protein, and healthy carbs for better energy
Great for meal prep and busy schedules
Naturally sweetened with bananas, no need for added sugar
Easy to adjust based on your protein or carb needs

Why I Added Extra Fiber

I added extra fiber to this recipe and to most recipes I bake, and on top of salads, because fiber supports more than digestion. It can help with steadier energy, better fullness after meals, and a healthier gut environment by feeding beneficial microbes that support gut, immune, and metabolic health. A large 2019 Lancet review also linked higher fiber intake with lower risk of all-cause mortality, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and colorectal cancer.

Small habit. Big metabolic payoff.

Overview

Quick questions about this protein pancake recipe

Can I make this ahead for the week?
Yes. Bake once, slice into portions, and store in the fridge for easy grab-and-go meals.

What if I don’t want it as high in protein?
You can reduce the protein powder and slightly adjust the liquid to maintain a good texture.

Equipment

Glass dish.

Ingredients

2 medium eggs
2 medium bananas
6 tbps of plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
3/4 cup buckwheat flour
1/4 cup gluten-free flour
4 scoops Garden of Life vanilla plant-based protein powder
1.5 tsp psyllium husk powder
2 tsp allulose (add more if you like things a bit sweet)
1 1/8 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp Himalayan pink salt
2 tbsp pistachios (topping but you can mix with the batter too)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Whisk wet ingredients: eggs, yogurt, almond milk, bananas, and allulose.
Stir in dry ingredients: protein powder, buckwheat flour, 1:1 flour, psyllium husk, baking powder, and salt.
Fold in pistachios (or add on top like I did). Let the batter rest 5-10 minutes (psyllium thickens fast).
If too thick, add 1-2 tbsp more almond milk until pourable.
Pour into a greased baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Cool slightly before serving.
Store it in the fridge and eat cold or warm it up before enjoying it.

Recipe Notes

Let the batter rest before baking so the psyllium can thicken properly
If the batter becomes too thick, add a small amount of almond milk to loosen it
Store in the fridge and reheat as needed for quick meals
You can reduce the protein powder slightly for a softer, more cake-like texture
Allulose keeps it lower sugar, but honey can be used if you don’t mind or want higher-carb version
Chop pistachios finely if you want a more even texture throughout

Serving Ideas

Enjoy on its own as a quick, balanced breakfast
Pair with a side of eggs for extra protein
Drizzle with a little almond butter or tahini for healthy fats
Serve with Greek yogurt if you tolerate dairy well
Add a handful of berries for more fiber and polyphenols

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Recipe adapted from Kelsey Poulter

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