Pumpkin Protein Powder Pancakes

These pumpkin protein powder pancakes are fluffy, cozy, and packed with fall flavor—perfect for chilly mornings when you want something sweet, tasty, and filling. Made with pumpkin puree, cinnamon (or pumpkin spice), and a scoop of protein powder, they’re a high-protein twist on classic pancakes that still feel indulgent.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: pancakes, Protein Powder, Pumpkin

Servings: serving

Calories: 478kcal

Author: Marcin Skrzypiec

Equipment

Ingredients

1/3 cup oats 30 g
2 medium eggs 100 g
1/4 cup pumpkin puree 60 g
1 scoop whey protein powder 30 g
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch nutmeg
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 cup no-fat Greek yogurt 60 g
2 tsp maple syrup 12 g

Instructions

Blend. Blend all pancake ingredients together in a blender until fairly smooth.
1/3 cup oats, 2 medium eggs, 1/4 cup pumpkin puree, 1 scoop whey protein powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, Pinch nutmeg, 1/8 tsp salt, 1/4 cup no-fat Greek yogurt, 2 tsp maple syrup
Rest. Let the batter rest for 7 to 10 minutes to thicken as oats soak up liquid.
Preheat. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low.
(Optional) Add fat. Add cooking oil or butter to the pan.
Cook. Pour 2 heaping tablespoons of batter per pancake into skillet without crowding. Cook 2–3 minutes until golden and bubbly on top, then flip and cook 1–2 minutes more.
Serve. Serve warm with toppings like maple syrup, fruit, or nut butter.

Notes

Nutrition information is a rough estimate using rolled oats, standard large eggs, canned pumpkin puree, whey protein powder, non-fat Greek yogurt and pure maple syrup. Treat it as an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 6g

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