High-Protein Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe Is Delicious & Nutritious (20 Minutes, 9 Ingredients) by Susan Bowerman, M.S., R.D., CSSD, CSOWM, FAND

Nothing says fall flavor like pumpkin, so why not celebrate the season with a pumpkin protein recipe? This pumpkin pancake recipe is so easy to make with everyday ingredients. A stack of pancakes with the spice of the season will be a favorite at your next brunch or cozy family breakfast.

To make these fluffy pumpkin protein pancakes you will need protein powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, canned pumpkin puree, eggs, canola oil and honey. Not only are you getting the health benefits of protein, but also the health benefits of pumpkin!

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Cooking Note: Don't have pumpkin pie spice? Use 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ginger and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.

Serve these pumpkin pancakes for breakfast, brunch or as a fall-inspired snack during the day. Drizzle the top with maple syrup or honey.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 scoops protein powder
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon honey

Here's how to make it:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together protein drink mix, flour, baking powder, baking soda and spices. Set aside.
2. In a blender, blend together the milk, pumpkin, eggs, oil and honey until smooth. Pour over dry ingredients and whisk together just until dry ingredients are moistened. Batter will be thick. Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
3. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop up a scant 1/4 cup of batter and pour onto heated griddle (375 degrees F), spreading gently with a knife to about 3 inches in diameter. Pancakes will be thick. Cook for about 3 minutes, until nicely browned on the underside, then turn over and cook an additional 3 minutes until brown.

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