I’m slightly obsessed with these ridiculously easy Protein-Packed Pancakes! Made with store-bought pancake mix, protein powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and egg whites, they are light, fluffy, and crazy delicious. Add them to your weekend meal prep and enjoy a simple, healthy breakfast all week long.

Protein pancake on a white plate with a drizzle of peanut butter and fresh berries.

If you love pancakes for breakfast but want to enjoy a healthier option, these Super Easy Protein Pancakes made with just five ingredients are the perfect solution! They’re also great for anyone who wants a high-protein breakfast meal-prep idea that is sweet, not savory (sometimes I just can’t do another egg muffin, lol)!

I have spent the last year working with a fitness coach, and one of the daily habits I am committed to is getting a baseline of 30 grams of protein onto my plate at each meal (I even found a way to sneak protein into my banana bread, lol!).

If you follow me on Instagram, you know these pancakes have become a staple in my weekly routine. I call them my semi-homemade protein pancakes because I use a store-bought pancake mix as the base. I usually prepare five days’ worth of these pancakes during my meal prep, so I have them ready for a busy week. Let me show you how I do it!

Ingredients needed

Small bowls with pancake mix, egg whites, protein powder, baking powder and cinnamon.

This protein pancake recipe requires just five key ingredients plus one extra that I like to stir in for extra fiber. They couldn’t be easier to whip up, and they packed with nearly 25 grams of protein for just one pancake.

Pancake mix: I have tested this recipe with two different pancake mixes. I love the Simple Mills Almond Flour Pancake Mix as a gluten-free option. They are also delicious made with Kodiak pancake mix. Both create a soft, light, fluffy pancake, but I bet you could use just about any pancake mix you prefer or have on hand—I tend to think they would all work.
Protein powder: Vanilla protein powder helps to boost the protein content and tastes great. I like the taste and texture of a beef isolate protein or a whey protein. But you can use a plant-based option if you prefer. This a super convenient way to bump up the protein content of tons of traditional breakfast options (high-protein overnight oats are the perfect example!).

How to make this recipe

OK! Get ready and don’t blink – these super easy protein pancakes come together in a flash. You’ll notice I like to cook mine into one big pancake, but you can certainly make smaller pancakes if you prefer a stack.

Pancake with a bite taken out with a fork.

Using a whisk to mix pancake batter in a large bowl. — Whisk all ingredients until fully combined – this can also be done right in the mason jar.

Pancake batter cooking in a skillet. — Whisk all ingredients until fully combined – this can also be done right in the mason jar.

Don’t forget your toppings! My favorite way to finish these protein pancakes is with nut butter or PBFit (a lower-fat, higher-protein option!) and some fresh berries. Maple syrup would also be delicious.

Pancake served on a white plate with peanut butter, strawberries and blueberries.

How to meal prep these easy protein pancakes

Think about your future self and how much time you can save by preparing some protein pancake jars ahead of time. Here’s all you have to do (you’ve got this!):

Storage container: I like to use fat, short 16-ounce mason jars. They are great for prepping the dry ingredients for these protein pancakes and also work really well for overnight oats.
Pancake mix: Add 1/3 cup (40 grams) to the bottom of each jar.
Protein powder: Add half a scoop (2.5 tablespoons or 13 grams) of vanilla protein powder (this is the one I use).
Extra add-ins: For flavor, add 1/4 tsp cinnamon. To make the pancakes light and fluffy, add 1/8 tsp baking soda. I also added 2-3 grams of fiber powder, which is optional.
Store: Repeat this with however many jars you want to prep for the week; for me, that’s usually 5 or 6. Pop on the lid, and store them in a cool, dry place.
To prepare: Grab one of the pre-prepped pancake jars, mix in the liquid egg whites, and cook in an 8-inch skillet until golden brown on both sides.

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