Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) unsweetened pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup (60g) vanilla or unflavored whey-casein protein powder
  • 1/2 cup (45g) oat flour
  • 1 tbsp (20ml) unsulphured molasses
  • 1 tsp (5g) baking powder
  • 1 tsp (2g) gingerbread spice mix
  • 1 large (50g) egg
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) almond milk
  • 1/4 cup (60g) plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp (10g) toasted pumpkin seeds

Instructions:

  1. Combine pumpkin puree, protein powder, oat flour, molasses, baking powder, gingerbread spice mix, egg, and almond milk in a high speed blender.
  2. Pulse for 20-30 seconds until the batter is smooth. Note: Don't over blend or you'll knock out the air.
  3. Let the batter sit for 2 minutes to allow the oat flour to hydrate.
  4. Heat a non stick skillet over medium low heat with a light coating of oil.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake.
  6. Cook 2-3 mins until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear matte.
  7. Flip the pancakes carefully.
  8. Cook for another 60-90 seconds until deep golden brown and springy to the touch.
  9. Plate the pancakes and top with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
  10. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds on top.