Fluffy High Protein Pancakes (Print)

Enjoy these protein-rich Icelandic skyr pancakes for breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup 240g Icelandic skyr plain unsweetened
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup 120ml milk dairy or unsweetened non-dairy
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 3/4 cup 90g all-purpose flour or substitute whole wheat flour
06 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar optional or sweetener of choice
07 - 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
08 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
09 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ For Cooking

10 - Butter or oil for greasing the pan

→ To Serve (Optional)

11 - Fresh berries
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - A dollop of extra skyr

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together skyr, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
07 - Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries, maple syrup, and a dollop of skyr.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • They're packed with protein, making them a hearty choice for starting your day.
  • The creamy skyr gives them a unique texture that's satisfying and delicious.
02 -
  • Don’t overmix the batter; a few lumps are totally okay for fluffy pancakes.
  • A splash of lemon zest or a sprinkle of cinnamon can transform the flavor beautifully.
03 -
  • Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking for even fluffier pancakes.
  • Using skyr not only adds health benefits but also gives a unique flavor that’s hard to resist.
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