One-Bowl Banana Protein Pancakes

One-bowl is all you need!

Do you ever feel like making pancakes but find yourself with a whole lot of dishes at the end? This one-bowl banana protein pancakes will solve that problem!

What makes these pancakes great?

1. You can use up ripe bananas. Do you ever find yourself with a few ripe bananas but not sure what to do with them? This one-bowl protein banana pancakes are a great way of doing just that.
2. It contains added protein. These pancakes have added protein to make them more filling and keep you going for the rest of the day.
3. You can top them with anything! Maybe you want add some berries and drizzle some maple syrup on top. Or maybe you’re a chocolate lover and want to add some chocolate sauce. Whatever it is that you love, these pancakes are guaranteed to go with it.

Plants contain protein

Most plant foods have all the essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in different combinations. Evidence suggests that a vegetarian/vegan diet containing fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds and oils provides sufficient amount of protein required by the human body in all stages of life. 

What if you exercise?

People who exercise will need more protein than people who are sedentary. A common misconception is that vegetarians and vegans do not get enough protein can’t gain muscle because of their diet. However, there are many vegan/plant based athletes and bodybuilders. Kendric Ferris set the US Olympic weightlifting record in 2016. Patrik Baboumian is a body builder who set weight lifting world records. Jehina Malik, a body builder who has been vegan since birth. 

Protein powders & supplements

There are plenty of great vegan protein supplements and powders available. In this recipe I use organic Hemp Protein Powder by Matakana (not sponsored). I would definitely recommend this brand if you’re looking for a good quality protein powder. 

One-Bowl Banana Protein Pancakes

Do you ever feel like making pancakes but find yourself with a whole lot of dishes at the end? This one-bowl banana protein pancakes will solve that problem!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Ingredients

  

• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp protein powder
• 1 1/4 cup gluten-free flour

Instructions

 

• In a large mixing bowl mash the banana using a fork.  
• Add the milk, olive oil and maple syrup to the bowl and mix well. 
• Next, sift in the cinnamon, baking powder, salt, protein powder and gluten-free flour.  Whisk until a smooth batter forms.
• Heat a large non-stick frying pan on medium-high heat.  Brush the pan lightly with olive oil. Using a measuring cup (I used half a cup) or a ladle, add the batter to the pan (I’ve found that the trick to fluffy pancakes is to pour the batter from a good height). Cook the pancakes until bubbles start to appear  (about 10- 20 seconds) then flip and cook the other side for 10 more seconds. 
• Serve with a dollop of custard, sautéed berries, hemp seeds and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Keyword Banana, one-bowl, pancakes, Protien