A high-protein, low-carb breakfast recipe, this egg white pancake recipe is full of sweet flavor and makes just one serving. Totally paleo, this egg pancake can be topped with sugar-free maple syrup to keep it light or made more indulgent with berries and and other pancake favorites.
The perfect recipe for the days you want indulgence but don't want to overdo it. This is actually a recipe I used to use with my figure competitor clients as it's almost the best of both worlds.
Light and slightly fluffy this egg pancake deflates a bit coming out of the oven but is packed with just enough protein from both eggs and egg whites to keep you full. Great for a protein-packed breakfast or a quick protein snack throughout the day- kind of like this protein pancake bowl!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy: You only need 5 ingredients for the paleo egg pancake to come together.
Healthy: Not only does the single-serve pancake have 22 grams of protein but it's naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo. If you skip the maple syrup on top, it's also whole30-approved.
Versatile: Use the paleo pancake for a light breakfast or make it more rich with maple syrup, coconut whipped cream, and fruit.
Ingredients and Substitutions
You don't need much for the recipe to come together thankfully. The egg whites that you do need will be easier if you use a carton. I measure them by the cupful and am not sure how the texture would be if you use actual whites separated from the yolks.
Any non-dairy milk will work.
Quick Tips
The size of your pan will determine how long the pancake cooks for. It will take less time in a larger pan but more time in a smaller pan to get the middle cooked through.
If you want to mix anything into your pancake, do so after you pour the mixture into the skillet.
This egg white pancake is meant to be enjoyed immediately. Though you can store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container and reheat them, the light texture turns a bit rubbery.
How To Make It
Follow the directions below to whip up the egg white pancake recipe.
Step 1: Whisk together all the ingredients until the baking powder is combined.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a preheated pan. Cook covered.
Step 3: Finish cooking until the middle is cooked through. Serve with berries and maple syrup.
Flavor Variations
Below are a few fun ways to adjust the flavor of the paleo pancake recipe. Keep in mind that not all of them will be low-carb friendly.
Add ins: Add some mini chocolate chips or sliced berries to the egg white pancake while it cooks.
Toppings: Drizzling some caramel sauce with coconut milk, extra berries, or dairy-free chocolate sauce on top makes this pancake a whole other kind of breakfast.
More protein: You can actually whisk in some Greek yogurt (dairy-free as needed), cottage cheese, or even pure collagen powder to the pancake for even more protein.
More High Protein Breakfast Recipes
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- Dairy-free breakfast casserole
- Protein pancakes with almond flour
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- Carnivore casserole
- Beef and eggs
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
FAQs
Yes, given that it is primarily egg whites in the ingredients it definitely does. However, you can counter that taste by adding in more cinnamon, some vanilla, and a pinch of maple syrup to the mixture. if you like a more traditional pancake feel, add in 1 tablespoon of gluten-free baking flour.
High Protein Egg White Pancake (Low Carb)
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Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- ½ cup Egg whites
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1.5 tablespoons Almond milk
- ½ cup Berries optional
Instructions
- Heat a pan with nonstick spray over medium heat.
- Whisk together all ingredients until smooth and pour into the preheated pan. Cover and cook for five minutes.
- Flip the egg pancake when outer edges are starting to turn brown and re-cover. Cook for one more minute or until eggs are cooked through and pancake has risen.
- Top with more berries or syrup as desired.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
