Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes (keto + low carb)
These Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes are lightened up and healthier than traditional pancakes!
Protein Pancakes
Today we are talking pancakes. Not just any pancakes. Big, beautiful Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes! That’s right. This glorious stack of pancakes you see isn’t full of sugar and fried up in loads of butter. These pancakes are grain free, packed with protein powder and sugar free chocolate chips!
Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Pancakes
These easy protein pancakes use many of the same ingredients that regular pancakes do, so I’m sure you already have many of them in your pantry! As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used for our Chocolate Protein Pancakes. For the complete recipe, scroll to the bottom of the page.
- Dry ingredients: almond flour, granular sweetener, baking powder and protein powder.
- Wet ingredients: almond milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Add ins: This recipe calls for sugar free chocolate chips, which you can skip or you can use another add in such as nuts, or dried fruit.
How to make Pancakes with Protein Powder
These are such easy protein pancakes to make. First, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients together. Slowly blend the wet ingredients into the dry and mix well. Next, gently stir in the chocolate chips.
Grease a skillet or griddle with coconut oil, then use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to transfer the batter to your skillet. Finally, cook until bubbles form, then flip. Serve as is, or drizzle with your favorite syrup, peanut butter, almond butter, etc.
Can I double this Pancake recipe?
Absolutely! This recipe can easily be doubled to make a large batch of pancakes for the whole family!
Are these pancakes keto?
Yes, if you use granular monkfruit or Swerve as the sweetener this recipe is naturally low carb and keto friendly. You will find the complete nutritional information under the recipe.
Can I Freeze Double Chocolate Protein Pancakes?
Yes! These protein powder pancakes freeze very well. Lay flat on a baking tray, then freeze until hardened. Once firm enough to stack, seal inside a freezer bag. To thaw, warm in the microwave or toaster. These chocolate chip protein pancakes are perfect for meal prep!
Tips for Making Chocolate Protein Powder Pancakes
- You can use any protein powder flavor you prefer.
- Substitute the chocolate chips with sugar free white chocolate, butterscotch, etc.
- Coconut oil provides a great taste and texture, however you can use another oil if you prefer.
- If you aren’t counting carbs, you can use regular milk instead of almond milk.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes:
- Keto Strawberry Pancakes with Cream Cheese Glaze
- Keto Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Keto Breakfast Hot Pockets
- Peanut Butter Banana Protein Muffins
- Flourless Peanut Butter Protein Waffles
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup protein powder*
- 2 tablespoons monkfruit sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients together.
- Slowly blend the wet ingredients into the dry and mix well. Next, gently stir in the chocolate chips.
- Grease a skillet or griddle with coconut oil, then use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to transfer the batter to your skillet.
- Cook the pancakes until bubbles form, then flip.
These look beyond amazing. Like honestly, one of my favorite recipes I’ve seen on a food blog ever… I cannot wait to make these, yum!
Medha! You totally just made my day! 🙂 I am so glad you think these look amazing!! I hope you give them a try!
These look amazing, Annie! The melted peanut butter on top is pure genius. I made experimental pancakes this morning that were very so-so. I wish I had made these instead!
I have to admit, I think the peanut butter kind of made them. You just can’t beat a peanut butter-banana-chocolate combo!
Oh wow! These look like the most decadent chocolate cake! Good job I’m planning to make a chocolate cake this morning!
So when can I come over to yours for breakfast? 🙂
There is always a seat open Helen!! 🙂
Wow, those look awesome! Hard to believe they are healthy and have so much protein in them!! Definitely going to make these soon 🙂
Isn’t it cool when things are healthy and you don’t even realize it?!
Oh wow! I’m hungry now Pancakes are one of my all time favorites. I love this chocolate version!
Thank you Monet!! 🙂
These sound amazing. I love how your have drizzled peanut butter over them too.
I love pancakes but I don’t really care for syrup all that much. I do REALLY love peanut butter though! 🙂
These look so thick, fluffy, and chocolatey, and I love how healthy they are despite the fact that they look like brownies! What a way to wake up! 🙂
Your telling me Marcie! It is like starting the day with dessert but not feeling bad about it!
No kidding, these are beautiful! Thick pancakes is the only way to go and double chocolate is the way to my heart. Brownies in pancake form – pinning for sure! Happy weekend Annie!
Mary Frances! Double chocolate is the way to my heart too! 🙂 I almost left out the chocolate chips, but I thought with all that protein you need to off set it with a little something indulgent, right?!
These pancakes look fabulous, Annie! I love how rich and chocolatey they are, and with protein sounds even better! Pinned!
Thanks Gayle! 🙂
These chocolate pancakes look beautiful Annie! Love how thick and fluffy they are 🙂 The protein powder is such a great addition too!
Aren’t these fun?! I love when things are healthier than they look!
These look awesome. Oh my gosh, they really do look like dense, moist brownies. And I can have them for BREAKFAST!? Yes, please!!
Thanks Jess! They are almost too good to be true! 🙂
These really do look like brownies in pancake form! And I want to eat the entire stack right now!! I feel like I only eat pancakes when I go out for breakfast and order then, but I think I need to start making them more often! Maybe I’ll do some chocolate pancakes for dinner this week 🙂
These pancakes look so delicious! I love making protein pancakes and then storing them to eat during the week. I haven’t made double chocolate ones and can’t wait to try these! Pinning!
These pancakes would be a hit with my family! What is the nutritional breakdown per serving?
These look amazing, however, I’m lactose intolerant! Can I substitute almond milk for the buttermilk?
Ty!!
Hi Trish! Yes, that will work just fine! I hope you enjoy! These reheat really well too so I like to make a batch for easy morning breakfasts! 🙂
I made this for breakfast and they were great!
Turned out very thick though so added some milk to thin the batter.
Hi Kathirmathi! I’m so glad you enjoyed these! 🙂
I just made these and they came out so good! Great taste and thick, fluffy texture! I used Quest salted caramel protein powder and cooked in a cast iron flat skillet. I subbed the butter for equal amounts of light olive oil.
Easiest and best recipe ever! Mahalo nui loa 🙂