Low Carb Protein Pancakes Recipe (2024)

Make these low-carb protein pancakes for breakfast or as a keto-friendly snack. This delicious pancake recipe is made with eggs, protein powder, and whipping cream!

Why you'll love this protein pancake recipe!

Even though I love soft boiled eggs for breakfast, sometimes, I just want something different.

When I was a child, I loved pancakes! Thankfully, there are lots of ways to make keto pancakes, but this recipe is a little different than almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes.

• My low carb protein pancakes are packed with protein and healthy fats, making them a great choice for starting your day off on the right foot.
• No bananas or oats are needed! Use protein powder as the base for your keto pancake batter and a boost of protein.
• They're fluffy and have a light texture, making them similar to traditional pancakes made with flour. No need to sacrifice taste or texture when you're following a low-carb diet!
• These pancakes are also gluten-free and grain-free, making them suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
• Get creative with toppings! Add some sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or berries on top for added flavor and texture. You can also try different flavors of protein powder to switch things up.

Tip: Eating lots of protein first thing in the morning kickstarts your metabolism. It's been shown to help increase muscle mass and calorie burning when you eat it for the first meal of the day!

Ingredients needed for protein pancakes

Whipping up a batch of these tasty low carb protein pancakes is super simple. Here's a quick rundown of the ingredients you'll need:

Protein powder

To make really fluffy high protein pancakes, use unflavored whey protein powder. The best kind is a zero carb whey protein isolate.

If you use vanilla or chocolate-flavored powder, just cut back on the vanilla extract.

Note: Check out my guide on the best keto protein powders!

Sweetener

For the sweetener, use Swerve confectioners sugar substitute. It will make the pancakes fluffy! A granular sweetener will leave the pancakes kinda grainy.

If you are not a fan of Swerve, take a look at this list I put together of all of the low-carb sweeteners I recommend.

Spices

I also added some cinnamon and nutmeg to give the pancakes a yummy flavor. But feel free to leave them out for a plain pancake.

Please note:Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low-carb recipe.

Baking tips

This is going to become your favorite pancake recipe ever! Here are my best tips for making a delicious batch of protein powder pancakes:

• Make double or triple batches. I suggest making a double or triple batch of them and freezing them! Then, you can grab one, put it in the microwave, and enjoy a hot breakfast without having to dirty more pans.
• Freeze them! When you freeze the pancakes, wrap them up individually in plastic wrap. Or, lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet that is covered in parchment paper - and after they are frozen, you can place them together in a zippered freezer bag.
• Do not place them in a zippered freezer bag when they are still warm. This will make them freeze in a big clump that is almost impossible to separate.
• Mix in some peanut butter! Another idea you should try - mix in some sugar-free peanut butter. Peanut butter pancakes are some of my favorite ones.

How to make protein pancakes from scratch

Get ready to make the best stack of protein pancakes you have ever tasted! Here's a step-by-step guide on how to make them:

Step 1: Make the pancake batter

The first step is to add the whey protein powder to the egg. Use a whisk to mix them together really well before you add any other ingredients.

Step 2: Add sugar and spices

After those two are mixed together really well, add the baking powder, powdered sugar substitute, and vanilla. Mix it up really well.

Add the spices and mix everything together!

Note: It will still have a grainy texture.

Step 3: Add heavy whipping cream

Add the heavy whipping cream to the batter last.

You don't have to use an electric mixer for the step. Use either a wooden spoon or just keep using your whisk.

Step 4: Cook the protein pancakes

When you are ready to make the pancakes, spray your pan with some non-stick spray.

I like to use a silicone egg ring when I pour the batter into the pan. The ring keeps the batter from spreading out too much.

Note: This is a very thin batter. If you don't use the egg ring, you will end up with really thin pancakes that resemble crepes.

Once you start seeing golden brown edges, flip the pancakes.

Serve and enjoy!

What to serve with healthy pancakes

Even though pancakes are usually considered a breakfast food, you can eat them any time of day!

To enjoy a classic plate of warm, fluffy pancakes, drizzle them with your favorite sugar-free maple syrup and top with real butter! If you are not a fan, homemade blueberry syrup and warmed-up peanut butter make for great toppings.

For a hearty breakfast, serve them with a crustless quiche or a slice of sausage, egg, and cheese casserole.

You can also never go wrong with pancakes and crispy bacon! And, don't forget your bulletproof coffee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the questions I hear the most about my keto protein pancake recipe. If you don't see your questions answered here, please leave them for me in the comments below.

These are fluffy and protein-packed pancakes that are so easy to make you'll want to add them to your morning routine!

Make a double batch if you have kids. As they taste yours, they are going to want their own.

Love this healthy protein pancake recipe? Try these!

If you enjoyed these keto protein pancakes, you will enjoy these low-carb breakfast recipes too. They are some of my favorite ways to start the day.

• Keto Granola Bars are a portable breakfast that you can take with you throughout your day.
• Keto Pancake Mix Donuts is a really sweet choice that also looks like chocolate donuts, but with a fraction of the carbs.
• Keto Biscuits and Gravy are a savory and classic breakfast recipe with a slightly spicy gravy.
• Low-Carb French Toast Sticks are also a cinnamon-sweet breakfast treat that looks beautiful enough for brunch.
• Keto Cinnamon Rolls are deliciously warm and coated with melted cream cheese icing!

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