High-Protein Greek Yogurt Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy protein-rich pancakes made with Greek yogurt, whole grains, and topped with a vibrant blueberry compote.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, nonfat or low-fat
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
04 - 1/2 cup oat flour
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, dairy or plant-based

→ Blueberry Compote

11 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
12 - 2 tablespoons water
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

→ To Serve

15 - Greek yogurt
16 - Fresh blueberries
17 - Chopped nuts

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, water, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries burst and sauce thickens slightly, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine whole wheat flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time to achieve a thick but pourable batter consistency.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
06 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges appear set. Flip and cook 1 to 2 minutes more until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Transfer pancakes to serving plates while warm. Top with blueberry compote, extra Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, and chopped nuts if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're filling enough to keep you satisfied for hours, which means no mid-morning snack raids.
  • The blueberry compote tastes like you spent way more time on breakfast than you actually did.
  • You can freeze extras and toast them later when mornings get hectic.
02 -
  • Don't flip your pancakes too early—waiting for those bubbles to form is non-negotiable because the inside needs time to set properly.
  • The batter will look thinner than traditional pancake batter, and that's exactly right; Greek yogurt makes everything more delicate and tender.
03 -
  • If you want even more protein, stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder and add an extra tablespoon of milk to compensate for the dryness it adds.
  • Don't let the griddle get too hot or the bottoms will brown before the centers cook through—medium heat is your friend.
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