Chocolate Banana Protein Pancakes

This breakfast favorite is packed with good-for-you protein to fill you up and keep your energy levels humming.

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These protein pancakes are delicious and nutritious. They are packed with 46 grams of muscle-building protein to give you a healthy start in the morning.

Ready in: 20 minutes

Makes: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • ⅛ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup egg whites
  • 1½ scoops chocolate protein powder
  • 1 medium banana, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
  • nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Place cottage cheese, egg whites and protein powder into a blender. Blend thoroughly.
  2. Spray a pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
  3. Pour or scoop the batter onto the pan. Cook on both sides until brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Top with banana slices and syrup. Serve.

Nutrition facts (per serving): calories: 330, total fats: 3 g, saturated fat: 0 g, trans fat: 0 g, cholesterol: 0 mg, sodium: 720 mg, total carbohydrates: 33 g, dietary fiber: 4 g, sugars: 16 g, protein: 46 g, iron: 1 mg

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