Rest the batter
Leave the blended batter for two or three minutes so the oats hydrate and the pancakes hold together.
Small banana and blueberry pancakes made with egg whites and whey protein for a quick protein-rich breakfast.

Step by step
Mash the banana, then mix in the egg whites and protein powder.
Fold in the blueberries. Add a small splash of almond milk if the batter is too thick.
Heat a lightly greased pan over low-medium heat and cook six small pancakes in batches.
Cook for 3–4 minutes until bubbles appear and the base is set, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Serve three pancakes per portion.
Useful, not complicated
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Leave the blended batter for two or three minutes so the oats hydrate and the pancakes hold together.
Cook slowly enough for the centre to set before flipping; protein-rich batter colours quickly.
Cool completely and place parchment between portions so individual pancakes are easy to reheat.
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