Made with almond flour to keep them fluffy, these Greek yogurt protein pancakes have 9 grams of protein and only 4 grams net carbs keeping them totally keto. A wonderful, high protein breakfast recipe, these are the kind of grain-free pancakes I feel good about feeding my kids and clients.
"I made these for breakfast this morning, and they'll definitely be on my regular rotation. They were nice and fluffy and kept me satisfied all morning."- Amanda Dixon
You can skip the protein powder for this recipe as these Greek yogurt protein pancakes use yogurt and almond flour to get their protein intake. Not only are they a delicious treat in the morning but they're also really easy to make given that they only have 6 ingredients. Couple that with the fact that they freeze well and make for an easy make-ahead breakfast and they're on permanent rotation in our house along with these sheet pan protein pancakes.
Allergy-friendly and low in carbs but high in flavor (kinda like this baked yogurt), these almond flour yogurt pancakes make just as awesome a breakfast as they do a post-workout snack - so do these low carb, 3-ingredient protein pancakes.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Minimal ingredients: You only need six main ingredients for the pancakes to come together.
Allergy-friendly: These are naturally gluten-free, grain-free, paleo, and keto (4 net grams carbs) but they can also be made dairy-free as well.
Protein-packed: For regular old pancakes without any protein powder, they have a great amount of protein in them.
Make ahead: You can easily freeze and reheat the yogurt pancakes and they still turn out fluffy.
Ingredients You'll Need
If you have a well-stocked gluten-free pantry, you probably already have the ingredients you need to make this recipe/
Almond flour: This is what helps the pancakes stay low-carb. Make sure to use blanched almond flour and not almond meal as they'll hold together better (learn more about the difference between almond flour and almond meal).
Coconut flour: I used to say this flour was "a figure competitor's best friend". It gives all the flavor and feel of heavy carbs without actually taking in the heavy carbs! Check out why almond flour is different than coconut flour.
Pancake staples: You need vanilla extract and baking powder.
Egg whites: Another reason the protein intake is so high, egg whites are a great protein swap from regular eggs.
Greek yogurt: Any Greek yogurt you enjoy will work. These almond flour pancakes can also be made with vegan Greek yogurt to cut out the dairy if needed which is what I do with these frozen yogurt protein bars.
Important Teaching Tips
These high-protein yogurt pancakes can actually use a variety of yogurts. Traditional Greek yogurt will work best (with a fat content of 2-4%) and have them hold together the best. Learn more about how to make protein pancakes so that you can make them PERFECT every time.
However, now that I'm dairy-free (learn how to cut dairy and not hate food), I have also made these with both coconut yogurt as well as vegan Greek yogurt, and both work. That said, the consistency of the yogurt pancakes will be a bit different depending on what you choose.
These gluten-free pancakes do fluff up and expand a bit so leave room between them in the pan.
My non-stick pan cooks them golden brown whereas my ceramic pan only cooks them well if left uncovered. So, adjust the cooking based on your cookware.
It may take a bit of practice but do not crank the heat, because these pancakes are Greek yogurt-based so they do burn easily.
How To Make Greek Yogurt Pancakes
- Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the wet ingredients.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix well.
- Heat a nonstick pan just slightly over medium heat. Pour the batter into the pan and cover with a lid.
- Cook until starting to brown on the bottom (about seven minutes). Flip and recover until cooked through (about another three minutes).
- Serve the Greek yogurt pancakes immediately.!
Step one: Whisk together the Greek yogurt, vanilla, and egg whites until smooth.
Step 2: Combine the flours and then pour the yogurt mixture into them and mix well.
Step 3: Portion the pancakes into a greased, pre-heated skillet.
Step 4: Cook until the bottoms are brown, flip, and finish cooking through.
Crucial Product: Pancake Molds
You’ll notice in the photos that the Greek yogurt pancakes are pretty circular. And in the video, I use a mold. I am obsessed with these circular egg and pancake molds.
Not only do they make the pancakes look better and more uniform but they help to portion out the batter so everything cooks evenly too!
They’re definitely one of my favorite kitchen tools. Not necessary but still freaking awesome.
How To Store and Meal Prep Them
If ever there was a mom hack it would be having make-ahead breakfasts on hand. It makes busy mornings far easier!
You can store these almond flour yogurt pancakes once cooled in an airtight container in the fridge. If you do this, separate the pancakes with layers of parchment paper so they don't stick together. They'll stay fresh for 4 days.
You can freeze the pancakes using the same method but placing the pancakes in a freezer-safe bag. Let them thaw overnight in the fridge before you need them.
To reheat the pancakes, pop them in the toaster until warmed through or place them in a skillet, covered, over low-ish heat.
Pancake Toppings
These fluffy yogurt pancakes topped with classic maple syrup make a great weekday breakfast but they can also be used for something more formal!
Set up a pancake bar and allow everyone to choose their favorite toppings. Some great ideas are:
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Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes
Equipment
- Pancake pan
Ingredients
- ½ cup Almond flour
- 1.5 tbs Coconut flour
- ⅓ cup Plain greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon Baking powder
- ¼ cup Egg whites
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- One by one add in the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Heat a non stick pan just slightly over medium heat. Pour the batter into the pan and cover with a lid
- Cook until starting to brown on the bottom (about seven minutes). Flip and recover until cooked through (about another three minutes).
- Serve immediately topped with fruit, maple syrup or nut butter!
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
July 2018 Disclaimer: Mamas- I love these pancakes! Buuutttt this was also one of the first recipes I ever created/posted and truthfully, I was not prepared when it came to blogging (HA).
I initially wrote a wrong ingredient swap (I confused it with another favorite, sigh) and then had a typo in the recipe (story of my life). I'm sorry! I so so appreciate all of you who have visited the site and tried the recipe- it should be good now!
But like everyone else; I learned, revamped, and fixed- so my apologies to the initial people who gave it a try. This specific post was a very big *facepalm* because, well #life - I hope you all stick around though as I so much love having you here! Stay healthy xx
Frequently Asked Questions About Yogurt Pancakes
To make pancakes extra fluffy, before adding the egg whites to the mixture, whisk them with a fork. The more air you add in the fluffier your yogurt pancakes will be.
Yogurt! Yogurt, mashed bananas, and applesauce all help to keep protein pancakes really soft and not dense.
Because baking powder contains baking soda in it, it's just not necessary for the Greek yogurt pancakes. And though most baking powders are gluten-free, double-check if you need to!
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
Elaine says
Thank you for sharing this recipe, so easy and so delicious!
Sage says
My family loved this!
Allison says
Made them last Sunday for brunch - they were great and I loved that they were high protein
Jane says
My husband enjoyed this High Protein Yogurt Pancakes.
Patty says
I’m definitely going to try this. I’m looking for a tasty, healthy breakfast for my granddaughter for when I sleep over. Can I use a low sugar Greek yogurt with fruit for these? Make them more tasty for her. She does not eat healthy at all.
fitasamamabear says
You can definitely use a fruit Greek yogurt, it would add such a great flavor!
Vera says
I made these pancakes for breakfast today and everyone loved them! Even my son liked them, and he's picky with his pancakes. Thanks so much!
fitasamamabear says
Ahh it's always a hit when kiddos approve!
Mikaela says
Quick, easy, and the fact that they're allergy-friendly is a big win for me.
fitasamamabear says
Quick and easy is a staple in my house lol
Kelsey says
I just made these pancakes for breakfast last weekend and they were even more delicious than I expected! They were very filling and easy to make. We topped ours with maple syrup and ate every last one. Thanks for this delicious recipe! It will be on repeat in our house from now on!
fitasamamabear says
Yay! Happy you loved them!
Leslie says
I've been working on getting my daughter to eat more protein so I gave this recipe a try. She really liked them so I'm going to make a big batch to freeze.
fitasamamabear says
Such a great morning plan.
Mechelle says
Not sure what happened,but I don't see the pancake recipe. Instead it's a recipe for a veggie dish.
fitasamamabear says
You are AMAZING. Thank you for letting me know. I have zero clue how I swapped that out. It should be fixed now but truly, thank you.