3-Ingredient Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Looking for a quick, easy, high-protein fall breakfast recipe? Try these 3 ingredient pumpkin protein pancakes that are ready in 15 minutes and only cost $2.25 per batch! They make the most perfect cozy fall breakfast, plus they're kid-approved and freezer-friendly for meal prep.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Non-stick skillet or frying pan
- Spatula (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk protein pancake mix I recommend the Kodiak brand
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup milk whole or 2% recommended, but non-dairy milk works well too
Optional toppings
- Butter, maple syrup, peanut butter, almond butter, chia seeds, etc.
Instructions
- Make the pancake batter. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the protein pancake mix, pumpkin puree, and milk until smooth and combined.
- Cook the pancakes. Coat a large non-stick frying pan or skillet with olive oil spray or butter. Heat over medium-high heat.
- Once the pan is hot, pour about ¼ cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet. I was able to add 3 pancakes to the frying pan at one time, but this will depend on the size of your frying pan. Make sure to leave about 2 inches between each pancake so you can flip them easily.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes until bubbles start to form on the top and sides of the pancake. Flip the pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy! Stack the pancakes on a plate and top with your favorite toppings like butter + maple syrup, if desired. Enjoy the pancakes while they're warm!
Notes
- Make the pancakes small: You can make the pancakes any size you'd like but I like making smaller pancakes since it makes flipping easier and cuts down on the cooking time. They're also easier to store if you're making these for meal prep.
- Experiment with toppings: You can really customize these protein pumpkin pancakes any way you'd like - which is part of the reason this is one of my favorite breakfast recipes! I like adding plain butter & fresh maple syrup on top, but you can add so many other toppings like nut butters, cinnamon, or even chia seeds for a more enhanced flavor.
- Want even more protein? Add a dollop of Greek yogurt, peanut butter, or even chia/hemp seeds on top for even more protein.