Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Easy Cheesecake Topping

Sundays are for rest, recharging, and really yummy things. Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Cheesecake Topping makes a tasty breakfast that feels indulgent, but is actually “no worries” at just 243 calories and 19g protein per serving* Lower carb and gluten-free too.

Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Cheesecake Topping makes a tasty breakfast that feels indulgent, but is actually “no worries” at just 243 calories and 19g protein per serving* Lower carb and gluten-free too.

Very simple to make these protein pancakes with raspberries, just mash up the fresh berries into a jam-like consistency and then mix in coconut milk, coconut flour, protein powder* and a pinch of baking soda. Then batter up a non-stick skillet (I used this skillet, it’s inexpensive & effective) and get to flipping and stacking! This protein pancake recipe is ready in a snap – only 4 pancakes to make (two pancakes for each serving, or eat them all for a really big appetite).

Use the protein power variety of your choices, like whey, plant-based or casein, etc. IF the batter starts to seem too thick (which can, based on the powder), then just mix in a splash more of milk. I used Clean Lean Protein from Nuzest in Smooth Vanilla. A cake batter or even chocolate protein powder would be yummy to.

*Nutrition can vary some based on the protein powder you choose. Try Nuzest, a plant-based protein powder, and save 15% with my discount code FITFORK-15

The crown on top of these raspberry pancakes is the Cheesecake Topping – it is simple softened low-fat cream cheese mixed together with a few more raspberries and sugar-free mini chocolate chips.  Dollop it on top of your warm pancakes and it will begin to melt – just smear it around for the most delicious pancake topping (no syrup or butter required)!

This raspberry protein pancakes recipes makes two servings – if you don’t polish them all off, keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days, microwaving for 15-20 seconds to reheat. They can also be frozen (without the topping).

Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Cheesecake Topping makes a tasty breakfast that feels indulgent, but is actually “no worries” at just 243 calories and 19g protein per serving* Lower carb and gluten-free too.
5 from 5 votes
Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Cheesecake Topping makes a tasty breakfast that feels indulgent, but is actually “no worries” at just 243 calories and 19g protein per serving* Lower carb and gluten-free too.
Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Easy Cheesecake Topping
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Indulge in a healthy, protein-packed stack of berry-studded pancakes featuring a cheesecake like topping to smear around on top, instead of syrup and butter. Only 243 calories per serving, 19g protein — plus lower carb and gluten free.

Course: Breakfast, brunch
Keyword: cheesecake, pancakes, protein powder, raspberry
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 243 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2/3 cup fresh raspberries divided
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk from carton splash more, if batter too thick
  • 1/3 cup vanilla protein powder your choice of variety
  • 3 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 2 Tbsp low-fat cream cheese softened
  • 2 tsp sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Add ½ cup raspberries into bowl (Reserving remainder for the topping). Use a fork to smash them up into a jam-like consistency.
  2. Stir in egg and coconut milk into raspberries, whisking together with a fork until combined.
  3. Next, mix in coconut flour, protein powder, and baking soda until combined.
  4. Heat non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/3 cup batter in center of skillet. Cook for 3 minutes or until mostly set and no longer runny. Slide spatula underneath and flip
Recipe Notes

Cranberry Orange Pecan Sheet Pan Pancakes |Low-carb, Paleo, Gluten-free

Making Cranberry Orange Pecan Sheet Pan Pancakes is the perfect solution to holiday morning madness! Say goodbye to being sequestered in the kitchen, standing over a hot griddle flipping hot cakes endlessly while family and guests are having all the fun.

Per serving: 336 calories, 29g fat, 10.7g total carbs (4.3g fiber, 0.3g sugar, 6.4g net carb), protein 10.6g



12.3 ounce package low carb pancake mix (I used Nush. Recipe should work with appox 3 cups of any other type pancake mix)
½ cup vanilla collagen hydrolysate (or protein powder)
2 2/3 cups water
1 ¼ cups fresh cranberries
½ cup pecan pieces
1 tbsp. orange zest
Optional: syrups, extra nuts, whipped cram

Pre-heat oven to 350F.
Mix together pancake mix and collagen hydrolysate powder.
Add water and stir until combined (a little lumpy better than over-stirring).
Mix in cranberries.
Pour into approximate 13” x 18” rimmed baking sheet
Sprinkle with pecan pieces and orange zest.
Bake for 25  minutes, or until set and top is turning golden.  Remove and let cool in pan for 5 minutes.
Slice into 12 “squares,” and serve with syrup of choice and any extra toppings (or eat plain). Can be meal-prepped by freezing in single portions and thawed and reheating when ready.
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Just whip up the cranberry pecan pancake batter in minutes (or even the night before) and pour into a rimmed baking sheet and pop into the oven for 25 minutes. After that, your work is done!  Easy pancake recipes using mix are one of my favorite Christmas morning breakfast ideas

Per serving: 336 calories, 29g fat, 10.7g total carbs (4.3g fiber, 0.3g sugar, 6.4g net carb), protein 10.6g



12.3 ounce package low carb pancake mix (I used Nush. Recipe should work with appox 3 cups of any other type pancake mix)
½ cup vanilla collagen hydrolysate (or protein powder)
2 2/3 cups water
1 ¼ cups fresh cranberries
½ cup pecan pieces
1 tbsp. orange zest
Optional: syrups, extra nuts, whipped cram

Pre-heat oven to 350F.
Mix together pancake mix and collagen hydrolysate powder.
Add water and stir until combined (a little lumpy better than over-stirring).
Mix in cranberries.
Pour into approximate 13” x 18” rimmed baking sheet
Sprinkle with pecan pieces and orange zest.
Bake for 25  minutes, or until set and top is turning golden.  Remove and let cool in pan for 5 minutes.
Slice into 12 “squares,” and serve with syrup of choice and any extra toppings (or eat plain). Can be meal-prepped by freezing in single portions and thawed and reheating when ready.
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I used a low carb pancake mix from Nush, it makes this type of sweet breakfast doable for keto, low-carb, sugar-free, Paleo, and gluten-free diets. However, three cups of any type pancake mix could be substituted.

These low-carb sheet pan pancakes feature cranberries to add a sweet-tart flavor and a pop of bejeweled color. A cup of raw cranberries has about 8g net carb, so spread across a keto cranberry pancake recipe with more than 12 servings, the result is almost insignificant. HOWEVER, do not substitute dried cranberries, they are more carbohydrate concentrated (100g+ per cup) and can have added sugars.

For a traditional recipe, some might add orange juice to the recipe. But, a bit of fresh orange peel removed using a citrus zester on top provides all the citrus-y goodness while keeping calories and carbs much, much lower. In a pinch, I also swear by Valencia Orange Peel from McCormick’s – it’s shelf stable, always read, and can be stored in the spice cabinet.

Per serving: 336 calories, 29g fat, 10.7g total carbs (4.3g fiber, 0.3g sugar, 6.4g net carb), protein 10.6g



12.3 ounce package low carb pancake mix (I used Nush. Recipe should work with appox 3 cups of any other type pancake mix)
½ cup vanilla collagen hydrolysate (or protein powder)
2 2/3 cups water
1 ¼ cups fresh cranberries
½ cup pecan pieces
1 tbsp. orange zest
Optional: syrups, extra nuts, whipped cram

Pre-heat oven to 350F.
Mix together pancake mix and collagen hydrolysate powder.
Add water and stir until combined (a little lumpy better than over-stirring).
Mix in cranberries.
Pour into approximate 13” x 18” rimmed baking sheet
Sprinkle with pecan pieces and orange zest.
Bake for 25  minutes, or until set and top is turning golden.  Remove and let cool in pan for 5 minutes.
Slice into 12 “squares,” and serve with syrup of choice and any extra toppings (or eat plain). Can be meal-prepped by freezing in single portions and thawed and reheating when ready.
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Are these cranberry orange sheet pan pancakes healthy and nutritious? I’m glad you asked – because YES, they are. Each serving has 336 calories, 29g fat, 10.7g total carbs (4.3g fiber, 0.3g sugar, 6.4g net carb), and protein 10.6g. I like to serve with some warm sugar-free maple syrup and sometimes even a little whipped cream!

5 from 3 votes
Cranberry Orange Pecan Sheet Pan Pancakes cranberry pecan pancake Christmas morning breakfast ideas Easy pancake recipes using mix Low-carb sheet pan pancakes Stress free holiday brunch idea
Cranberry Orange Pecan Sheet Pan Pancakes | Low Carb, Gluten-free
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

Minimize holiday morning stress with this easy sheet pan pancake recipe! In celebration of the season, it’s bursting with sweet tart cranberries and orange zest. Prep to plate in under 30minutes, and is made with a low-carb pancake mix (or traditional mix, too) for added convenience.  Feed a crowd, or meal prep and store in single-portion servings in the freezer of busy day breakfast.

Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
  • 12.3 ounce package low carb pancake mix I used Nush. Recipe should work with appox 3 cups of any other type pancake mix
  • ½ cup vanilla collagen hydrolysate or protein powder
  • 2 2/3 cups water
  • 1 ¼ cups fresh cranberries
  • ½ cup pecan pieces
  • 1 tbsp. orange zest
  • Optional: syrups extra nuts, whipped cram
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350F.
  2. Mix together pancake mix and collagen hydrolysate powder.
  3. Add water and stir until combined (a little lumpy better than over-stirring).
  4. Mix in cranberries.
  5. Pour into approximate 13” x 18” rimmed baking sheet
  6. Sprinkle with pecan pieces and orange zest.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until set and top is turning golden. Remove and let cool in pan for 5 minutes.
  8. Slice into 12 “squares,” and serve with syrup of choice and any extra toppings (or eat plain). Can be meal-prepped by freezing in single portions and thawed and reheating when ready.
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Recipe Notes

Per serving: 336 calories, 29g fat, 10.7g total carbs (4.3g fiber, 0.3g sugar, 6.4g net carb), protein 10.6g

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