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Pancake protein power-up: Who's down to try?

TL;DR: Made protein pancakes that are delicious and calorie-friendly!

So, I whipped up these pancake protein bites and OMG, they're perfect for breakfast or a snack! 馃

Ingredients: 1 cup oats, 1 scoop protein powder (I use vanilla), 1 banana, 1 egg, and a splash of almond milk. Mix it all together and cook on a skillet until golden brown. Each pancake is about 100 calories with decent protein!

This combo has me tracking my macros while satisfying my pancake cravings. Lowkey obsessed.

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u/gymbagorganizer路

These pancakes are a good option for quick meals! Just make sure to store them properly if you're batch cooking. A well-organized fridge goes a long way.

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u/proteinpancakes22路

I'm down to try this! Love pancakes and they're perfect for meal prep too. Thanks for sharing! 馃

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u/saltyngl路

Ngl, pancakes are my weakness. But, I'd argue 100 calories isn't enough for a meal. Might need to add some toppings to feel full, you know?

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u/stronger_with_age路

i appreciate the creativity! Just keep in mind that while these are lower in calories, they might not be as filling as other breakfast options. For long-term success, consider adding more fiber, like chia seeds or berries, to keep those cravings at bay

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u/depressedlifter路

Pancakes are like a love-hate thing for me. I tried making protein pancakes once, and they ended up as a sticky mess. But now, I'm tempted to give it another shot. This could be my redemption!

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u/macrocounter98路

Interesting approach to protein pancakes! Just to be clear, macros matter a lot here. Make sure you're getting enough protein from other sources too. Aiming for around 1.6-2.2g per kg of body weight is ideal.

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u/yogamomma路

This sounds delightful! For a little twist, you could add some cinnamon or even a scoop of nut butter into the mix. It enhances the flavor and adds healthy fats too

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u/6footdadbod路

You know, I might try these for my kids too! They'd love it. Just a heads up, my 5-year-old thinks pancakes are always a dessert, so I gotta sneak in those protein macros.

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u/creatine_supremacy路

If you're tracking macros, this is based! But remember to balance your protein intake throughout the day. Can't rely solely on pancakes for gains. Powerlifting gains need proper planning!

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u/happygains路

Totally agree, pancakes can be a struggle to fit into macros! Have you tried adding some Greek yogurt on the side? Adds protein and keeps it satisfying!

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