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Close-up of a fork cutting into a stack of high protein pumpkin pancakes revealing a fluffy, moist interior, with Greek yogurt and maple syrup dripping down the sides

High Protein Pumpkin Pancakes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Non-stick skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1/4 cup cookie scoop or ladle

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup oat flour certified gluten-free if needed
  • 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder about 30g; plant-based protein works too
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat or 2% recommended
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For Cooking

  • 1 tsp coconut oil or butter for greasing the pan

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • fresh berries optional

Instructions
 

Mix the Batter

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, vanilla whey protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix — a few small lumps are perfectly fine and will result in fluffier pancakes. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Cook the Pancakes

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add a small amount of coconut oil or butter and swirl to coat the surface evenly.
  • Using a 1/4 cup scoop or ladle, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Gently spread it into a circle about 4 inches wide if needed. Cook 2–3 pancakes at a time, being careful not to crowd the pan.
  • Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles begin to form across the surface and the edges look set and no longer glossy. Carefully flip with a spatula and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until the second side is golden brown.
  • Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, adding a small amount of oil between batches as needed. Keep finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while you cook the rest.

Serve

  • Stack 3–4 pancakes per serving and top with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, and fresh berries if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

STORAGE: Refrigerate leftover pancakes in an airtight container (with parchment between each) for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months — reheat straight from frozen in the toaster for 1–2 minutes.
MEAL PREP TIP: Double the batch on Sunday and freeze for quick weekday breakfasts.
DAIRY-FREE: Swap whey for plant-based vanilla protein powder and use coconut yogurt + oat milk.
BATTER CONSISTENCY: Different protein powders absorb liquid differently. If batter is too thick, add milk 1 tbsp at a time. If too thin, let rest an extra 5 minutes.
DO NOT OVERMIX — this is the #1 key to fluffy pancakes. Stir just until combined.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 27gFat: 12gSodium: 520mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9g
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