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Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes
Enjoy these nutritious and flavorful pancakes packed with protein, oats, and warm spices for a satisfying breakfast.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1.5 cups oats
- 1 apple apple (shredded with cheese grater)
- 1 banana banana (mashed with fork)
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 eggs eggs (whisked)
- 0.25 cup protein powder (vanilla is great!)
- 2 tablespoons flax seed meal
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Optional toppings
- pure maple syrup to serve
Instructions
- Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix in wet ingredients until smooth.
- Pour 1/4 cup batter onto hot griddle; cook 2-3 minutes per side.
- Repeat until all batter is used.
- Serve with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
Use fresh spices for best flavor.