I use to make pancakes all the time, like these mocha coconut ones, these banana bread ones, and these fun honeycomb ones too! And boy have I missed them.
The thing is, on such a busy college schedule, I rarely have time in the morning to make a delicious breakfast like this! Its typically more of a smoothie, bar, or yogurt and granola on the go 🙂
But with today being Veterans Day, I woke up, was able to go on a nice little relaxing run, and come back and make these tasty little cakes.
Which reminds me, if anyone who reads this is a veteran, I just want to take a moment to say THANK YOU. All of your service and help you have given to our country is so very appreciated.
And what a better way to celebrate such a day than to combine the delicious flavors or pumpkin and banana?! Not to mention, these can be made TWO ways. Protein packed with About Time Whey’s new pumpkin protein powder…or paleo friendly with almond meal!
4 ingredients. dairy free. paleo option. protein-packed option. pumpkin. banana.
What is there not to love about this recipe?!
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Did I mention that this entire recipe is only about 200 calories or under?!?! Thats a winner in my books!
4-Ingredient Pumpkin Banana Pancakes
Makes 6 small pancakes
- 1 medium Banana, slightly warmed and mashed
- 1/4 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 Egg
- 3 tbsp AboutTime’s Pumpkin Whey (or any flavor)
- (Or sub in 3 tbsp Almond Meal for Paleo option!)
- Dash of Vanilla, Baking Powder, and Sea Salt
- Optional: any delicious add ins! Examples: nuts, cinnamon, vanilla extract, coconut, chocolate chips
- Topping: my Homemade Pumpkin Peanut Butter
- Slightly warm banana in bowl in microwave for about 10 seconds. Mash with fork.
- Add in all other ingredients and mix until combined.
- Heat skillet with a little coconut oil on medium heat.
- Pour batter into pan. Cook until slightly browned and set. Flip. Cook until done.
- Makes 6 small pancakes (One serving). Can double or even triple recipe!
Note: Don’t forget to use my promo code “FFF1” on the About Time website to try some of this delicious pumpkin protein powder! Or try one of their other delicious flavors
Banana Benefits
1) Help overcome depression due to high tryptophan content
2) Sustains blood sugar during workouts
3) Protects against muscle cramps
4) Counteracts calcium loss
5) Improves your mood
6) Reduce swelling
7) High in potassium
8) Rich in pectin which aids in digestion
9) High in fiber
10) Natural Anti-acid
11) Only fruit that can be consumed raw without distress
Pumpkin Benefits:
1) High in Vitamin A which aids in eyesight
2) High in fiber to keep you satisfied
3) Rich in Beta Carotene with plays a role in cancer prevention and benefit your skin
4) More potassium than a banana (great post workout food!)
5) Rich in Vitamin C which is an immune booster, decreases blood pressure and risk of heart disease, and regulates cholesterol
6) Good source of vitamin E, which promotes healthy skin
7) High in potassium which is necessary for energy production, balancing fluid levels, and promoting strong bones
Egg Benefits
1) Rich in the proteins lutein and zeaxanthin, which aid in eye health
2) Aids in cardiovascular health
3) Rich in Choline, a B vitamin that is thought of as brain food” as it aids in neurological function and development
4) Prevents breast cancer
5) Leads to healthy skin, hair and nails- being
high in sulfur
6) Contains 6 grams of protein and all the amino acids needed to build protein
Whey Protein Benefits
1) Good source of high amounts of protein
2) Aids in muscle growth and repair
3) Known to lower blood pressure
4) Helps lose body fat
5) High protein keeps you satisfied and full