Get ready to indulge in a breakfast that tastes just like freshly baked cinnamon rolls while packing a whopping 117 grams of protein for the entire batch. These Cinnamon Roll Protein Pancakes are not only delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrition.
Ingredients for Pancakes:
- 1 cup pancake mix (105g) - Kodiak Cake mix works great for this
- 2 scoops whey protein (60g)
- 3 tbsp zero-calorie powdered sweetener
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese (60g)
- 1 cup almond milk (240ml)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
Ingredients for Cinnamon Syrup Topping:
- 1/4 cup sugar-free pancake syrup (60ml)
- 2 tbsp zero-calorie sweetener
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Ingredients for Protein Icing Topping:
- 1 scoop whey protein
- 3 tbsp zero-calorie powdered sweetener
- 1/2 cup almond milk (120ml)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pancake Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix, whey protein, powdered sweetener, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together.
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Whisk in Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, whipped cream cheese, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Whisk everything together until you have a smooth and creamy pancake batter.
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Cook the Pancakes: Heat a greased pan over medium-high heat. Pour a portion of the pancake batter onto the pan to form a pancake. Cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown.
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Create the Cinnamon Syrup: In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar-free pancake syrup, cinnamon, and zero-calorie sweetener. This will be your luscious cinnamon syrup topping.
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Whisk Up the Protein Icing: In another bowl, combine the whey protein, powdered sweetener, and almond milk. Whisk them together to create the protein icing topping.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once your pancakes are cooked, stack them on a plate. Drizzle the cinnamon syrup over the top, followed by a generous drizzle of the protein icing. Get ready to enjoy the incredible flavors!
Macros per Pancake: Each one of these Cinnamon Roll Protein Pancakes contain approximately 270 calories, 8 grams of fat, 22 grams of carbohydrates, and an impressive 29 grams of protein if you make 4 of them.
