Recipe of the Week

‍Ingredients

• 1 cup oats
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 1 ripe banana*
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder optional

Instructions

1. In a blender, mix together all of the ingredients until combined and smooth.
2. Preheat griddle to medium-high. Spray with cooking spray. Using a tablespoon, scoop pancake mixture on the pan so it forms a medium circle (use about 2 heaping tablespoons for each pancake).
3. Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side or until edges start to harden and bubbles start to form on the surface. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.
4. Top with sliced banana, peanut butter, chocolate chips, coconut, and maple syrup, if desired.

Notes

• For best results, use a very ripe banana to incorporate more sweetness into the pancakes.
• You can use a whey or vegan protein powder for the purpose of this recipe. 
• The nutrition information included is calculated for one pancake and includes the use of vanilla protein powder.