Protein Pancake Donuts
Protein Pancake Donuts (Kid-Approved & Mess-Free!)
Busy morning? Hungry kids? Sticky syrup everywhere?
These protein pancake donuts are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They’re soft, slightly sweet, and totally customizable with your favorite protein boost and sprinkles—without the sugar crash or mess!
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Why You’ll Love Them:
• Easy to make (one bowl!)
• Kid-friendly & fun to decorate
• Mess-free thanks to built-in maple syrup
• Great for meal prep (hello, fridge stash!)
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Ingredients:
• Pancake mix (prepared as directed on the back of the box)
• 1 scoop collagen or protein powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: maple syrup (a little in each donut mold)
• Donut mold (silicone works best!)
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Directions:
Step 1:
In a large bowl, mix the pancake mix according to the package instructions.
Step 2:
Stir in 1 scoop of collagen or protein powder.
Step 3:
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Step 4:
Pour batter into a silicone donut mold.
Step 5 (Optional):
Add a small drizzle of maple syrup into each mold for a naturally sweet twist (no dipping required!).
Step 6:
Top with dye-free sprinkles—let the kids help!
Step 7:
Bake at 350°F for 15-ish minutes. Check with a fork or toothpick—donuts should be golden and set.
Step 8:
Let cool on a drying rack.
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Storage Tips:
• Store in a glass container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat for 10 seconds in the microwave before serving.
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Protein Pancake Donuts
Mess-free, fun, and protein-packed!
Ingredients:
• Pancake mix (prepared)
• 1 scoop collagen or protein powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: maple syrup
Instructions:
1. Prepare pancake mix as directed.
2. Mix in protein and vanilla.
3. Pour into donut mold.
4. Add optional maple syrup and sprinkles.
5. Bake at 350°F for 10–15 min.
6. Cool, store in fridge, and reheat as needed.
Yields: ~6–8 donuts
Fridge life: 3 days
Before we put them in the oven! My daughter poured the mix in and added the sprinkles!
