Mocha Protein Peanut Butter Pancakes Recipe
Oh goodness. Can you even with these pancakes? Peanut butter chocolatey goodness in fluffy pancake form, but made gluten-free, dairy-free (if desired), healthier, and loaded with protein. I could live off of these Mocha Protein Peanut Butter Pancakes!
Every single bite is so good. Make a double batch and freeze some for later, or meal prep them for the week ahead. No matter how you enjoy them, these chocolate peanut butter pancakes are easy to make and worth making again and again. They’re currently one of my favorite breakfast go-to’s, and I know you’ll love them, too!
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What You’ll Need
You only need a few simple ingredients for this healthy pancake recipe!
Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes
- Creamy Peanut Butter – the creamier, the better! Especially for that drizzle later on.
- Eggs
- Mocha Protein Powder – chocolate or vanilla protein powder works great, too. Plant-based or whey protein – your choice!
- Rolled Oats
- Milk – I love using almond or cashew milk, but any plant-based or regular cow’s milk works just fine.
- Baking Powder/Salt
- Vanilla Extract
- Maple Syrup – just a little bit sweetens the pancakes to perfection!
Drizzle
- Creamy Peanut Butter
- Maple Syrup
- Chocolate Syrup or Chocolate Chips (optional, to taste)
How to Make Protein Peanut Butter Pancakes
I love how easy this recipe is to make. Just 5-10 minutes of prep time, then another
1. Blend the Peanut Butter Pancakes Ingredients
Blend peanut butter, eggs, protein powder, rolled oats, milk, vanilla, baking powder, salt, and maple syrup together.
Quick Tip: A great blender helps to make this recipe even faster, but you can always just whisk the ingredients together instead and sub the rolled oats with about 2/3 cups oat flour!
2. Cook the Pancakes
Pour about 1/3 cup of the batter into a heated griddle or non-stick pan with a little bit of coconut oil (or butter). Cook each protein pancake for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until bubbles begin to form, then flip and cook on the other side.
3. Add the Peanut Butter Drizzle & Chocolate
Now for the best part – that yummy peanut butter drizzle! This really brings the flavors together. Mix the creamy peanut butter with maple syrup and pour over the pancakes. Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup or sprinkle chocolate chips over the top for an extra delicious breakfast treat!
Protein Pancake Recipe Topping Ideas
- Sliced banana
- Strawberries/blueberries
- Nuts
- Cinnamon
- Chocolate sauce
- Peanut butter or nut butter
- Jam or jelly (for a PB&J variation)
- Maple syrup
- Whipped coconut cream
- Fresh fruit or berries
Can I Freeze These Pancakes for Later?
Absolutely! Whether you just have leftovers or meal prep these healthy protein pancakes, you can always freeze them for later.
To freeze, let the pancakes cool completely, then place in an airtight container in the fridge (without the lid) for 1 hour. After that, add the airtight lid and keep in the freezer for 2-3 months! When ready to enjoy, simply heat them up in the microwave (from frozen) until warm.
Quick Tip: Try wrapping the pancakes individually in plastic wrap, foil, or divide them by inserting parchment paper between them. This stops them from freezing together and makes it easier to pick out as many as you need for defrosting!
More Healthy Pancake Recipes
- Butternut Squash Pancakes
- Vegan Buckwheat Pancakes
- Greek Yogurt Pancakes
- Fluffy Pecan Pancakes
- Carrot Cake Pancakes Recipe
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Mocha Protein Peanut Butter Pancakes
Equipment
- Blender optional, see notes
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mocha protein powder
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
Drizzle
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- chocolate syrup or chocolate chips (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients for the pancakes to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add a little bit of oil or butter, then add batter (about 1/3 cup per pancake).
- Cook on each side for about 1-2 minutes or until bubbles start to form on the top.
- Repeat until all batter has been used. It will thicken as it sits, so add more milk as needed, but thicker batter yields fluffier pancakes.
- Whisk together the peanut butter and maple syrup for the glaze.
- Top with the peanut butter drizzle and a sprinkle of chocolate chips. Enjoy!
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Notes
- A great blender helps to make this recipe even faster, but you can always just whisk the ingredients together instead and sub the rolled oats with about 2/3 cups oat flour!
- Try wrapping the pancakes individually in plastic wrap, foil, or divide them by inserting parchment paper between them. This stops them from freezing together and makes it easier to pick out as many as you need for defrosting!
Caitlin says:
Yes, please! You had me at peanut butter but when I saw the pancakes….yeah, sign me up!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha, they are so good!! Enjoy, Caitlin! 🙂
Blossom Onunekwu says:
Simple and delicious! Unfortunately bananas are the second to die in my household. First is eggs. Great recipe nonetheless!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha that’s funny, Blossom! Thank you!
Mary says:
These look amazing! Have you tried the peanut butter protein powder by Quest? I may try these with them!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Mary! I haven’t but I DO love Quest! I’ll have to try that 🙂
Jolina - The Unlikely Baker says:
OMG those pancakes look ah-mazing! And yes, love it when accidents result to deliciousness! Just look at the drippy gooey goodness. Yummmmm 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Jolina! They definitely were! Girl, me too. Such a win! 🙂
Brandy says:
What a super delicious idea for breakfast! I love that it has protein, will keep me full for longer!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Brandy! It was very delicious!
soniya Saluja says:
This looks so delicious!!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Soniya!
Kasee Erickson says:
These look amazing! I’m pinning for later
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Kasee! 🙂
Ashlee says:
Haha the fire alarm loves to sing the song of its people! I was dying lol
These pancakes look amazing! I am
Always accidentally making something in the kitchen too!
Christine McMichael replied:
Hahaha! It wouldn’t stop! It finally stopped a few days later, LOL. Haha, kitchen accidents are the best kind of accidents!
Amy Jones says:
I think I just fell in love with these pancakes, I want 10 of these in front of me now!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha, I did too, Amy! They’re so good!
Danielle says:
I kinda don’t believe you when you say there’s only 163 calories in the pancake. Like I looked at them, drooled, and prepared to ditch my pants because they look so good. But if they’re only that much (each, right?) i have no problem eating them allllllll!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha, that’s funny Danielle! Yes, each one! AND they’re loaded in protein 😉 I’m telling you, these pancakes are such a win! You will have to let me know if you make them! 🙂
Tess Ciarloni says:
These look SO tasty and I love that they don’t have any flour in them. The drizzle over the top looks so decadent too. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Tess! They are so easy to make! Of course 🙂
NiciaBrighteyes says:
Oh these look heavenly!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Nicia!
Melanie says:
These look delicious! I love chocolate and peanut butter so this is a double win for me
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Melanie! I do too…SO good!
Alexis Bledel says:
These look so tasty. Can’t wait to try them out.
[email protected] a Dash of Cinnamon says:
Yum! I love pancakes!