Protein powders offer a simple, convenient way to get a lot of high-quality protein into your diet. Most often mixed with water, protein powder is available in a variety of flavors and commonly made from whey, soy or egg whites. While you probably usually blend protein powder into a shake or smoothie, you can also use protein powder in recipes, like blueberry oatmeal pancakes. The result is more far more palatable.
Step 1
Put the oats in the blender or food processor. Blend or process the oats until no large grains remain and the mixture looks like course sand.
Step 2
Add the protein powder, baking soda, sweetener, and cinnamon. Blend or process until well mixed.
Step 3
Add the egg whites and water. Blend or process the mixture for 30 seconds, or until it is mixed well. Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries.
Step 4
Heat the griddle or fry pan over low to medium heat. Coat the pan with non-stick cooking spray. Drop 1/2 cup of batter into the pan and cook about three minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Step 5
Fold two paper towels onto a plate and place the cooked pancakes on top. The paper towels will soak up any remaining cooking oil. Put the pancakes on a plate and top with a dollop of your favorite topping, such as sugar-free maple syrup, fat-free cool whip, or non-fat yogurt.
Tips and Warnings
- If you are diabetic, use artificial sweeteners.
Things You'll Need
- 2 cups of raw oats
- Blender or food processor
- 2 scoops of plain or vanilla protein powder
- 3 tsp. cinnamon
- 4 tsp. sweetener (optional)
- 3 tsp. baking powder
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Griddle or large fry pan
- Non-stick cooking oil spray
- Paper towels
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