Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
High protein pancake muffins are the perfect quick and easy breakfast with 25g protein per serving. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting the perfect texture every time. The golden tops and soft, fluffy insides will make your morning irresistible. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars and Sour Cream and Onion Biscuits.
Why This Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast Is Pure Comfort
- 25g protein per serving for a filling breakfast
- Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients
- Golden tops and soft, fluffy insides
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup (40g) old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1-2 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup (optional, for topping)
- Optional: Fresh berries
- Optional: Sugar-free syrup
- Optional: Nut butter
📝 Ingredient Notes
- protein powder: Ensure your protein powder is gluten-free if you have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
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How to Make Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
- Combine dry ingredients: In a blender, combine protein powder, oats, baking powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Blend until the oats are finely ground.
- Add wet ingredients: Add eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- Portion batter: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Serve the high protein pancake muffins warm, topped with your choice of toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is using too much liquid. To prevent this, measure your almond milk carefully and avoid adding extra liquid. If the batter is too thick, add a small amount of water, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Tip: For a lower-carb version, you can substitute the oats with ground flaxseed or almond flour.
- Tip: To make these muffins ahead, prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
Freezing Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
Freeze cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until warmed through. Be careful, as the muffins may be hot.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding chocolate chips or berries to the batter before baking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the almond milk with any other milk of your choice, such as cow's milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to make more muffins.
- Troubleshooting: If the muffins are not cooking through, try baking them for an additional 2-3 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup (40g) old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1-2 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup (optional, for topping)
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Sugar-free syrup
- Nut butter
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a blender, combine protein powder, oats, baking powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Blend until the oats are finely ground.
- Add wet ingredients: Add eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- Portion batter: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Serve the high protein pancake muffins warm, topped with your choice of toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding chocolate chips or berries to the batter before baking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the almond milk with any other milk of your choice, such as cow's milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to make more muffins.
- Troubleshooting: If the muffins are not cooking through, try baking them for an additional 2-3 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until warmed through. Be careful, as the muffins may be hot.
- Make ahead: Prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 140
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, portion the batter into the muffin tin and bake as directed.
The #1 reason this recipe fails is using too much liquid. To prevent this, measure your almond milk carefully and avoid adding extra liquid. If the batter is too thick, add a small amount of water, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
Yes, freeze cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer. The muffins require an oven to cook through and achieve the perfect texture.
If you don't have protein powder, you can substitute it with an equal amount of all-purpose flour or a combination of ground flaxseed and almond flour.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Quick Breakfast and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
