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    Home » Recipes » Breakfasts

    Published: Dec 14, 2014 · Updated: Apr 18, 2022

    Whole Wheat Protein Pumpkin Pancakes

    Protein-Pumpkin-Pancakes

    Sometimes the morning can be a REAL struggle. Most of the time I am not a functional human being until after my cup of coffee and around 9 AM I become more conscious of my surroundings and begin to be productive. Basically adding my worth into society.

    I get up SUPER early to go to the gym (i.e. 3:30 AM) and I just push hard through my workouts and I like it. I admit it. I like working out this early because my brain hasn’t fully comprehended the awful strenuous exercises I am doing to it. AND it’s a plus for later when I can come home from work knowing I already got in a killer workout for the day ;).

    So AFTER all of that I get Jake and I ready for work. And sometimes breakfast is hard to throw together before heading out the door. Since we both go to work so early we just take our breakfasts and lunches with us. Pancakes are such an easy food to make quickly, put in a container, and be on your way. And if you are really in a time pinch they can be made ahead of time in batches and put in the freezer until later!

    Protein-Pumpkin-Pancakes3

    C'mon, how can you resist these babies? They are completely drool worthy. I am all about natural and clean ingredients which is why I use REAL maple syrup ( you only need a little!). The pancakes on their own are completely fine even without it! 

    These whole wheat pumpkin pecan pancakes are the perfect thing to take to work! I usually make a big batch and store them in the freezer to use when I need them. I pack the syrup and pecan topping separately.

    I think pumpkin is good any time of year and of course it’s full of fiber to keep you satisfied until lunch!

    These protein pumpkin pancakes are wholesome, a touch of sweetness, and full of that “pumpkin pie” flavor we all love! I add some vanilla protein powder to mine to get in extra protein (especially after a work out!).

    Protein-Pumpkin-Pancakes

    Serves 3: ( 2 pancakes per serving) Calories: 212, Fat: 2.1g, Sodium: 94. Carbs: 35g, Sugar: 5g, Protein: 14.5g

    You Need:

    ¾  cup whole wheat flour

    1 scoop of vanilla protein powder ( I like Lee Labrada Lean Whey Protein for Her) 

    ½ banana

    2 egg whites

    1 teaspoon cinnamon

    4 tbs pumpkin puree

    1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

    3 tbs of unsweetened vanilla almond milk

    1 tbs of pecans/ pancake for garnish

    Extra cinnamon on top!

    A light drizzle of maple syrup on

    Directions:

    Mush banana with egg whites and almond milk until there are no banana chunks left

    Add flour, spices, pumpkin, protein powder, and flour.

    Whisk thoroughly together

    Heat a small to medium skillet on medium to preheat

    Spray with cooking spray and add ¼ cup of batter to make 1 pancake.

    When the top shows signs of bubbling on the edge it’s time to flip!

    Cook other side for 30 seconds to a minute

    Repeat this process until all the batter is used!

    Serve immediately or let it cool place on a single layer on a baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes. Then store in a gallon Ziploc bag for later!

    Enjoy!

    Protein-Pumpkin-Pancakes

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Melanie (@melaniemiddle1) says

      December 16, 2014 at 9:34 pm

      This looks wonderful. I'd get up early for this and I'm not even a morning person!

      Reply
    2. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

      December 16, 2014 at 8:45 pm

      Girl, mornings are always a struggle. But getting up at 3:30? You are a serious, serious champ. I totally get why you need these awesome pancakes!

      Reply
    3. Nutmeg Nanny says

      December 16, 2014 at 9:28 am

      I love that you took delicious pancakes and made them packed with protein!

      Reply
    4. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

      December 16, 2014 at 6:58 am

      These sound wonderful and I love that you added protein powder. I'm going to have to try your recipe. Good tip about putting them in the freezer too.

      Reply
    5. foodwanderings says

      December 15, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      Ooh a power pancake and with an almond milk too. Love this. Holy moly 3:30 am workouts?! That's a commitment!

      Reply
    6. beate weiss-krull (@Beatepdx) says

      December 15, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      I am with Heather here - 3:30 is the middle of the night for me as well 😉 but these pancakes must make everything better. Perfect!

      Reply
    7. thecleandish says

      December 15, 2014 at 7:15 pm

      You work out at 3:30am?! Woah!! I thought I was tough for running at 5am sometimes... like, every other week 😉 Love the pancakes!! What a tasty looking breakfast.

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        December 15, 2014 at 7:21 pm

        5 am is plenty early too! Thank you, these pancakes are rock in' 😉

        Reply
    8. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

      December 15, 2014 at 3:19 pm

      I want to cry a little over 3:30 but as long as you like it. 😉

      And I love protein pancakes! Such a great way to start the day.

      Reply
    9. TheSuburbanSoapbox says

      December 15, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      Love the protein in these pancakes....they're be great even after the holidays when I have to get up at 3:30 just to squeeze in a work out.

      Reply
    10. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says

      December 15, 2014 at 1:54 pm

      Um 3:30am is more like staying up late than getting up early! Ha! I'm lucky if I drag myself out of bed at 8:30.

      We've been really into pancakes lately. I'll have to give this recipe a try!

      Reply
    11. Paula - bell'alimento says

      December 15, 2014 at 12:55 pm

      Absolutely love pumpkin pancakes - even better these are packed with protein.

      Reply
    12. Amy @Very Culinary says

      December 15, 2014 at 12:41 pm

      I'm an early riser, too - getting up between 4:30-5...to run and get work done. Gotta squeeze every ounce of productivity in before the kids wake up. It would definitely be easier if these pancakes were waiting for me!

      Reply
    13. [email protected] Mom says

      December 15, 2014 at 11:58 am

      Love that you added Labrada protein powder, I use it and love it too!

      Reply
    14. Kristen says

      December 15, 2014 at 11:34 am

      Can you make these without protein powder? And do you think the different types of protein powders impact the consistency? Thanks!!

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        December 15, 2014 at 8:14 pm

        Kristen, yes you can make these without the protein. Just add a little more flour until you get the right consistency. Yes, I think the type of powder you use can effect the consistency, I like powders that are "fluffy" like Labrada for her or biochem. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    15. Back for Seconds says

      December 15, 2014 at 11:33 am

      3:30? Wowza! Might be worth it if I was waking up to these instead of the gym 😉 YUM!

      Reply
    16. veganinthefreezer says

      December 15, 2014 at 11:20 am

      You can't beat that for a pile of goodness. You are my idol by the way!

      Reply
    17. cookincanuck says

      December 15, 2014 at 11:09 am

      I'm an early morning workout person, too. Okay, maybe not 3:30 - but I'm up at 5:15 on most days to fit in a run. These pancakes would be the perfect pre-run refueling breakfast.

      Reply
    18. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

      December 15, 2014 at 10:47 am

      I love the pecans in these! I'll need to make them this weekend, for brunch! 😉

      Reply
    19. [email protected] says

      December 15, 2014 at 10:43 am

      3:30??? Oh good Lawwwwd! I go to bed at 1! But I do love early mornings... not 3 am... but 6 am is good. With a side of your very healthy, delicious pancakes!!

      Reply
    20. The Food Hunter says

      December 15, 2014 at 10:30 am

      Would love these for breakfast anytime!

      Reply
    21. Dinnermom says

      December 15, 2014 at 10:28 am

      I would TOTALLY enjoy these after a 3:30 am workout! Wow!

      Reply
    22. Martha @ A Family Feast says

      December 15, 2014 at 8:52 am

      WOW! 3:30 am! I struggle to get up at 5:30 to make it down to the treadmill in our basement! So impressed...and I'm so impressed with these healthy and delicious pancakes too! 🙂

      Reply
    23. Lora @cakeduchess says

      December 15, 2014 at 6:36 am

      I bet it feels good to know you did so much while most of us are sleeping...good for you to get out and get working out at that hour!! Great idea to add protein powder to this tasty pumpkin pancake recipe!:)

      Reply
    24. Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez | girlichef.com says

      December 14, 2014 at 8:59 pm

      I like mornings... but I still consider 3:30 the middle of the night - holy cow! It pains me the mornings I have to wake up at 4:15. I'd love to have some of these beauties waiting for me in the freezer (to go w/ my coffee, of course). Yum!

      Reply

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