Description
The Peanut Butter Cup Protein Pancake Bowl is a delightful dish featuring creamy peanut butter, chocolate chips, and a protein-packed base. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this recipe showcases its irresistible flavor and simple preparation, making it a must-try for those seeking delicious homemade treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
- 1/4 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon milk of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a small oven-safe bowl or ramekin with cooking spray or butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, Greek yogurt, protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, peanut butter, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Gently fold in 1 to 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips into the batter using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared oven-safe bowl and smooth the top surface with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle melted peanut butter over the pancake bowl and sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top. Add sliced banana or chopped peanuts if desired.
- Enjoy the warm pancake bowl with a spoon.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use chocolate protein powder instead of vanilla.
Feel free to add different toppings like nuts or fruit to enhance the taste.
This dish is perfect for meal prep; simply store it in the refrigerator for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg