Protein Pancake Recipes: 5 Easy High-Protein Breakfasts

Pancakes used to be a carb-only breakfast. With a protein pancake mix, they become a quick, filling way to start the day with extra protein. These five recipes use Ripped Up Nutrition Protein Pancake Mix, which gives you 10g protein and 106 calories per serving, with no added sugar. Each recipe takes under 15 minutes.

Before You Start: 5 Tips for Fluffy Protein Pancakes

• Follow the pack ratio for mix to liquid, then adjust with a splash more if the batter is too thick.
• Don't overmix. Stir until just combined — a few small lumps are fine.
• Rest the batter for 2 minutes so it thickens slightly.
• Cook on low-medium heat in a non-stick pan. Protein batters brown faster than regular ones.
• Flip when bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set.

1. Classic Protein Pancakes

You need: Protein Pancake Mix (Original), water or milk.

Method: Mix with water as directed on the pack — or use milk for a creamier, higher-protein stack. Pour small rounds into a hot pan, cook until bubbles form, flip and cook for another minute. Top with fresh fruit or sugar-free syrup.

2. Banana Peanut Butter Stack

You need: Protein Pancake Mix (Original), milk, 1 ripe banana, 1 tbsp peanut butter.

Method: Mash half the banana into the batter. Cook as normal, then stack and top with the remaining sliced banana and a drizzle of peanut butter. A great pre-workout breakfast when you have an hour or two before training.

3. Double Chocolate Yoghurt Pancakes

You need: Protein Pancake Mix (Double Chocolate), milk, 2 tbsp Greek yoghurt or hung curd, berries.

Method: Make the batter with milk and cook small pancakes. Serve with a spoon of Greek yoghurt and berries on top. The yoghurt adds extra protein and makes it feel like dessert.

4. Savoury Masala Protein Pancakes

You need: Protein Pancake Mix (Original), water, finely chopped onion, tomato, green chilli and coriander, a pinch of salt and chaat masala.

Method: Stir the vegetables and spices into the batter. Spread slightly thinner in the pan, like a chilla, and cook both sides until golden. Serve with mint chutney or curd for a savoury high-protein breakfast.

5. Extra-Protein Pancakes with Whey

You need: Protein Pancake Mix, half a scoop of Whey Protein Isolate, milk.

Method: Stir half a scoop of whey into the dry mix, then add milk — you'll need a little extra liquid. Cook on slightly lower heat, since whey browns quickly. This is the easiest way to push your breakfast protein higher on training days.

Beyond Pancakes

The mix also works as a flour replacement in baking, so you can use it for protein muffins, waffles or mug cakes. Looking for more high-protein breakfasts? Try Whey Protein Oats or start your morning with Protein Coffee. See all our high-protein foods.

FAQs

Can I make protein pancakes with milk instead of water?

Yes. Milk makes them creamier and adds extra protein. Water keeps the calories lower.

Are protein pancakes good for weight loss?

They can fit a weight-loss diet. Protein helps you feel full, and the mix has no added sugar. Watch your toppings — syrup, chocolate and large portions of nut butter add up quickly.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

It's best cooked fresh. You can cook a batch of pancakes, cool them and keep them in the fridge for up to 2 days, then reheat in a pan or toaster.

Which flavour should I choose?

Original works for both sweet and savoury recipes. Double Chocolate is best for dessert-style stacks.