These Vanilla Protein Pumpkin Pancakes are a high-protein, low-calorie breakfast that feels like a treat but helps you stay on track with your weight loss goals. Made with egg whites, canned pumpkin, and protein powder, this simple recipe makes a huge portion that’s perfect for meal prep or post-workout fuel. If you’re looking for a filling breakfast that supports a healthy lifestyle, this is the recipe to try.
Why You Should Make This Recipe
- Makes a huge, filling portion for just 317 calories and low WW points, so you stay full for hours
- Packed with 48 grams of protein, perfect for weight loss, muscle building, or post-workout recovery
- Easy to customize with different flavors, toppings, or mix-ins using ingredients you already have on hand.
How to Make Pumpkin Pancakes that Are Filling
I tried a bunch of recipes before I landed on this one as my favorite. This recipe makes a huge portion, is really tasty, and is low in calories/WW points.
These are a bit more egg/crepe-like than standard pancakes, similar to these banana pancakes. If you prefer a thicker texture, add more pancake mix, just adjust the calories or points accordingly.
You can also leave out the pancake mix if you don’t have it (I’ve made the pancakes without it and they are still good), but they will be thinner. I’ve used CarbQuik and Kodiak pancake mix in this recipe, and both turned out great.
This recipe yields 4 large, full-plate-sized pancakes per serving. I often eat half for dinner and save the other half for breakfast the next day. Often I eat half and save half for another meal or snack.
You can vary the flavor depending on the type of protein powder you use.
Make sure to use a high-quality protein powder. I use Quest, which is whey protein. If you use a plant-based protein powder, let me know if it works.
What to Serve with Protein Pancakes
- Serve with fruit and syrup (sugar-free syrup is only 1 pt for 1/4 cup if you are okay with artificial sweetener.)
- I often splurge and have these with whipped butter, which is 100% worth the points if you ask me.
- These are also great with a side of turkey or chicken sausage (1-3 points depending on brand).
High-Protein Pumpkin Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup egg whites
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup canned pumpkin or applesauce
- 2 Tbsp pancake mix any type. You may you use more for thicker pancakes, but adjust points or calories accordingly.
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together. Batter will be thin. Thicken with additional pancake mix if desired.
- Use a skillet or griddle heated to medium. Make into pancakes.
WW Information
Notes
- Use applesauce or mashed banana instead of pumpkin.
- Add 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice for extra fall flavor.
Nutrition
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