Simple Protein Pancake Recipe

Protein pancakes take 5 minutes and require only 3-4 ingredients. They are a great weekend breakfast or post-workout meal for Malaysian gym-goers who want something more exciting than a protein shake.

The Basic Recipe (1 serving)

Ingredients

• 1 scoop whey protein (any flavour - chocolate and vanilla work best)
• 1 banana (ripe)
• 2 eggs
• Optional: 2 tablespoons oats for thickness

Method

1. Mash banana in a bowl
2. Add eggs and whey protein
3. Mix until smooth (add 1-2 tablespoons milk if too thick)
4. Heat a non-stick pan on medium-low with minimal oil/butter
5. Pour small circles (about 10cm diameter)
6. Cook 2-3 minutes per side - flip when bubbles appear on surface
7. Makes 3-4 small pancakes

Nutrition (Total)

• Calories: 380-420
• Protein: 35-40g
• Carbs: 30-35g
• Fat: 12-15g

Topping Ideas

Fitness-Friendly

• Greek yogurt + berries
• Peanut butter drizzle (1 tablespoon)
• Banana slices + honey drizzle
• Sugar-free maple syrup (RM15-25 at supermarkets)

Malaysian Twist

• Gula melaka syrup (palm sugar - boil with water to make syrup)
• Kaya spread (thin layer)
• Pisang berangan slices + coconut flakes

Tips for Better Pancakes

• Ripe banana - the sweeter and softer the banana, the better the taste
• Low heat - protein pancakes burn easily; keep heat at medium-low
• Small pancakes - easier to flip than large ones
• Do not over-mix - some lumps are fine; over-mixing makes them tough
• Chocolate whey + banana is the best flavour combination

Batch Prep

Make double or triple the recipe on Sunday. Store extra pancakes in the fridge (3 days) or freezer (2 weeks). Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds for a quick weekday breakfast.