12 High-Protein Breakfast Recipes for One and Not a Single Smoothie!

12 High-Protein Breakfast Recipes for One and Not a Single Smoothie

It’s breakfast time again, it happens every single day! Looking for something quick, easy and perfectly portioned just for YOU! Here are a dozen of my favorite high protein breakfast recipes that have 20 to 30 grams of protein, the optimal amount of protein to get your day started. I also eat many of these protein breakfast ideas after a workout or before bed for muscle management and recovery! Enjoy!

Protein Nut Butter Toast with Strawberries

Protein Nut Butter Toast with Strawberries

I love this hearty, sweet toast with the most! If you don’t have official protein butter, just mix in 2 teaspoons of protein powder into your traditional nut butter. 424 Calories, 30 g carb, 22g fat, 27g protein

Easy Low-carb Peanut Butter Mug Cake

Easy Low-carb Peanut Butter Mug Cake

  • 3 Tbsp. peanut or almond butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tbsp. unflavored collagen powder
  • ¼ tsp. baking soda
  • Toppings of choice

In a minimum capacity 8-ounce mug, mix together all ingredients. Use a fork to whisk around until smooth and incorporated. Microwave for 75 to 90 seconds on high power. Mug can will puff way over the rim like a souffle, and then settle back down some when cooled. While still warm, top as desired with syrups, nuts, whipped cream, etc. 377 calories, 29g fat, 10g carb, 25g protein

Egg Cheese & Leftover Grain Waffle

Egg, Cheese & Leftover Grain Waffle

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup pre-cooked grain like rice, oats or quinoa (I used a rice-quinoa blend)
  • 2 Tbsp. shredded cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Heat a mini waffle iron. Mix together egg waffle ingredients in bowl and pour into hot iron (should make 2 to 3 waffles). If you don’t have leftover rice, you can use from a ready-to-eat rice pouch.  Leave batter in waffle iron for a couple minutes, until indicator light goes off. Top with salsa, guacamole or other toppings of choice. 324 calories, 19g fat, 19g carb, 20g protein

60 Second Beef & Veggie Mug Omlete makes getting a healthy breakfast one less thing to worry about!

Quick Egg & Beef Mug Omelet

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons pre-cooked ground beef (or leftover taco meat)
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded cheese
  • ¼ cup blend of veggies like chopped tomatoes, chopped spinach, green onions, etc.

Spray one large microwave-safe mug (14-oz) or bowl with non-stick cooking spray. Add 2 egg and 2 tablespoons water; whisk with fork. Stir in cheese and vegetables. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 30 seconds. Remove from oven; stir. Continue to microwave on HIGH 30 to 60 seconds or until eggs are just set. Let cool, season with salt and pepper, as desired. 220 calories, 13g fat, 4g carb, 24g protein

A single-serving batch of Cinnamon Protein Waffles can be whipped up in minutes to help fuel you’re the day’s adventures (or endless task of errands, by default). Gluten-free, no added sugar, and low in carbs. Simple to scale up for meal prep and store in freezer.

Cinnamon Protein Waffles (Gluten-free)

Whip up a stack of these satisfying waffles in minutes, they smell and taste delicious – especially with some sugar-free maple syrup. I use a little mini-waffle iron and make one at a time, or a big 4-square iron will work too (to make all at once). I use banana flour to keep lower carb and gluten-free, but you may swap flours. Protein boost thanks to a plant-based protein powder, Nuzest.  Get a discount code and the entire recipe on this POST . Makes 4 small waffles, 220 calories, 8g fat, 9g carbs, 27g protein

Power into the day fueled by chocolatey waffles made with protein powder. Only takes minutes to make, is gluten-free, has no added sugar, and moderate in carbs. A single-serve recipe, but simple to scale up for meal prep. Enjoy 28 grams of protein per serving!

Double Chocolate Protein Waffles (Gluten-Free)

Hello, chocolate!! These Double Chocolate Protein Waffles seem so indulgent, you may think it’s dessert! But a plant-based chocolate protein powder and just a few mini sugar-free chocolate chips make this sweet protein breakfast in the mini waffle maker, suitable for a morning meal! This mini waffle recipe uses banana flour too. Get a Nuzest discount code and the entire recipe on this POST. 330 cal, 28g carb, 14g fat, 28g protein,

Giant Strawberries ‘n Cream Protein Cookie for One is nearly as big as yo’ face, but go ahead and eat the whole thing - if you can! The entire homemade protein cookie has 380 cal, 20g fat, 18g net carb, 31g protein – half would make a great post-workout snack and the whole thing can sub for a mini meal on the go – like a busy day breakfast!

Giant Strawberries ‘n Cream Breakfast Cookie for One (Gluten-free)

A cookie as big as yo’ face and nutritious enough for breakfast – I call that a win-win! Actually, this cookie is so filling, sometimes I just eat half and save the other half for later in the day. Get entire recipe on POST. 380 cal, 20g fat, 18g net carb, 31g protein

Giant Cherry Almond Protein Breakfast Cookie

Giant Cherry Almond Protein Breakfast Cookie – 25 grams protein in this one!

Vanilla Pear Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Vanilla Pear Quinoa Breakfast “Bake”

A delightful change from oats, this recipe that uses leftover quinoa is “make-to-mouth” in just 5-6 minutes. If you don’t have leftover or meal-prepped freezer quinoa, a ready-to-eat quinoa will do. A deliciously warm and satisfying way to fuel adventures. Get full recipe on my IG POST. 526 calories, 20g protein, 44g net carb, no added sugar, and a whopping 14g dietary fiber.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Chia Pudding with Pecan Praline Crumble makes a quick, easy and nutritious breakfast, snack or healthy dessert. Natural sweeteners used to keep the carbs low and cottage cheese to help boost the protein -- plus more than 1/2 daily requirement for fiber! For more clean eating recipes, visit thefitfork.com

Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Chia Puddings (with Praline Topping) 

Just the right sweet and spiced so nice! This delicious chia seed pudding hits just under 20g protein, but it is just too amazing not to share! Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient for that creamy texture and protein boost. Also, not a single serve, but makes three that you can space out for breakfasts through the week.  Get full recipe on my POST  . 357 calories, 26g total carb (10g net carb, 16g fiber), 18g protein.

This no added sugar cheesecake dessert features cottage cheese and collagen blended until creamy -- sugar free chocolate chips and strawberries put this no-bake, no crust, lower carb, single-serve recipes over the top.

Chocolate Chip Breakfast “Cheesecake”

 Is it dessert, is it breakfast – you decide!! Creamy blended cottage cheese is the secret ingredient (I use 2% to keep it creamy) along with collagen from Great Lakes Wellness  (use code THEFITFORK100ff to save 15%). Sugar-free mini chocolate chips for the win, too! Get full recipe on my POST. 193 calories, 11g carb, 29.5g protein per serving

Margarita Protein Mug Muffin

Margarita Protein Mug Muffin

Sweet-tart, this limey treat makes a nice snack or way to start the day – especially if you are ready to be whisked away to a tropical vacation! Get recipe on POST. 155 cal, 5g fat, 6g carb, 20g protein

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Cinnamon Protein Waffles – Gluten-Free, Low-carb

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Fuel up for your day with Cinnamon Protein Waffles, a quick and easy protein powder breakfast idea that tastes decadent enough to be dessert yet is packed with protein, lower in carbs, and boasts no added sugar. Plus, gluten-free, vegetarian and paleo-friendly.

A single-serving batch of Cinnamon Protein Waffles can be whipped up in minutes to help fuel you’re the day’s adventures (or endless task of errands, by default). Gluten-free, no added sugar, and low in carbs. Simple to scale up for meal prep and store in freezer.

A protein waffle recipe for one, a single batch makes either four waffles in a mini waffle iron, or one large waffle in a traditional (4-square) waffle iron. And, let me mention from experience – eating all four waffles is VERY filling and the macros are amazing. The entire batch is only 222 calories, with 9g carb, 8g fat and 27g protein. Toppings are extra though, please note!

A single-serving batch of Cinnamon Protein Waffles can be whipped up in minutes to help fuel you’re the day’s adventures (or endless task of errands, by default). Gluten-free, no added sugar, and low in carbs. Simple to scale up for meal prep and store in freezer.   For more protein powder recipes and easy breakfast ideas, visit thefitfork.com
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The featured ingredient in this cinnamon protein powder waffle is, you guessed it . . . protein powder! Use the protein powder product of your choice, but I am a fan of the plant-based Clean Lean Protein from Nuzest (I used the Smooth Vanilla flavor for this recipe). Here’s a Nuzest protein powder coupon (also good for their other nutrition products) – THEFITFORK15

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Other Ingredients in Simple Cinnamon Protein Waffles:

Green Banana Flour:  This alternative “flour” is packed with minerals, loaded with gut-helping prebiotics and can help reduce your glycemic load. It’s also naturally gluten-free. You may swap in an equal amount of another flour, if preferred.  Like a coconut flour, oat flour, a gluten-free blend, or traditional wheat flours.

Egg: The incredible, edible egg adds 6g of protein to this recipe and help keep the waffles ligher and fluffier – not like some sort of protein powder brick.

Almond Milk: or, another unsweetened milk alternative

Ground Cinnamon: Cinnamon is an amazing superfood spice! I like using Ceylon Cinnamon, referred to by many as the one “true cinnamon.” It offers a great source of cinnamaldehyde, the essential oil that provides the signature cinnamon flavor and smell – along with assisting in certain metabolic, infections, digestive and/or respiratory disorders.  The studies with cinnamon that have grabbed my attention is how the spice can help lower blood sugar, and thusly may have positive implications for those with/or avoiding diabetes and metabolic syndromes.

Making Cinnamon Protein Waffles:

Start by whisking egg in a small bowl and then stir in the remaining ingredients.

The batter should be a medium thickness, meaning “pourable” but not too runny. If your batter seems too gloppy, add more almond milk (a teaspoon at a time). If too thin, add more flour, a half-teaspoon at a time.

Make sure to pre-heat waffle iron. My protein waffles did not stick to the iron at all, but it was a new mini waffle iron, with non-stick coating. If needed, oil or spray the waffle iron plates as needed.

Meal Prepping and Freezing Waffles with Protein Powder:

To freeze cinnamon protein waffles, allow them to cool completely, in a single layer. If you used a large waffle iron, pull them apart along the perforation to make single pieces. Place waffles on pan in the freezer for about an hour to “pre freeze.” This will keep them from ultimately sticking together in the bag.

Transfer partially frozen cinnamon waffles into a zip-top bag or storage container and keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

You can reheat frozen waffles in the toaster. Or, also in an oven preheated to 350F for 10 minutes, or air-fryer set at 390 F for 5 minutes or until thoroughly warmed and crispy.

Although this vanilla protein powder waffle recipe is written for a individual portion, you can meal prep it my simply multiplying how many servings you’d like. For example, 1 1/3 cup of protein powder, 4 eggs, 1 cup almond milk, ¼ cup green banana flour and 1 tsp baking soda would allow you to meal prep protein waffles and stock your freezer for busy mornings.

Optional Apple Maple Topping for Cinnamon Protein Waffles :

A single-serving batch of Cinnamon Protein Waffles can be whipped up in minutes to help fuel you’re the day’s adventures (or endless task of errands, by default). Gluten-free, no added sugar, and low in carbs. Simple to scale up for meal prep and store in freezer.

Need protein waffle topping ideas?! On of my favorites is the sugar-free maple apple topping you see in the photo below. Simply dice up 1/4 of an apple and microwave with a pat of butter until softened. Then, stir in 1/4 cup sugar-free maple flavored syrup before drizzling all over your cinnamon waffles with protein powder.

Double Chocolate Protein Waffles

AND, if you’re a chocolate fan, you’ll not want to miss my Double Chocolate Protein Waffles – another delicious way to incorporate more plant-based protein into your morning. A very similar recipe to the Cinnamon Protein Waffles – only with flavor changes!

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Simple Cinnamon Protein Waffles – Low Carb and Gluten Free

A single-serving batch of Cinnamon Protein Waffles can bewhipped up in minutes to help fuel you’re the day’s adventures (or endless taskof errands, by default). Gluten-free, no added sugar, and low in carbs. Simple to scale up for meal prep and store in freezer.

Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
Keyword: cinnamon, low carb, protein powder, waffles
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 220 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk plus a little more if batter super thick
  • 2/3 cup plant-based protein powder I used Nuzest Smooth Vanilla
  • 1 tbsp green banana flour or another type flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
  1. Wisk egg, stir in almond milk. Mix in protein powder, flour and cinnamon until combined.

  2. Heat mini waffle iron (or large iron). Pour ¼ batter into mini iron (or all batter into large 4-section iron), close lid and cook until indicator light goes off.

Repeat with remaining batter.  Top as desired.
Recipe Notes

Macros (for 4 mini waffles or 1 large waffle with 4 squares. Toppings not included

220 calories, 8g fat, 9g carbs, 27g protein

Double Chocolate Protein Waffles | No-added-sugar, Gluten-free

Begin your day with Double Chocolate Protein Waffles, a breakfast that tastes decadent enough to be dessert yet is packed with protein, lower in carbs, and boasts no added sugar. Plus, gluten-free, vegetarian and paleo-friendly.

Power into the day fueled by chocolatey waffles made with protein powder. Only takes minutes to make, is gluten-free, has no added sugar, and moderate in carbs. A single-serve recipe, but simple to scale up for meal prep. Enjoy 28 grams of protein per serving!

A single-serve protein waffle recipe, one batch makes either four waffles in a mini waffle iron, or one large waffle in a traditional (4-square) waffle iron.

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A serving (4 mini waffles) of these chocolate waffles with protein powder will fill you up with the nutrients you need to take on the day — and you likely won’t be hungry again until lunch, thanks to the 28g of protein! Leftover waffles also make a great post-workout snack!

This is the mini waffle iron I used!

The primary ingredient in this chocolate protein powder waffle is, drumroll . . . protein powder! Use the product of your choice, but I am a fan of the plant-based Clean Lean Protein from Nuzest (I used the Rich Chocolate flavor for this recipe). Here’s a Nuzest protein powder coupon (also good for their other nutrition products) – FITFORK

Power into the day fueled by chocolatey waffles made with protein powder. Only takes minutes to make, is gluten-free, has no added sugar, and moderate in carbs. A single-serve recipe, but simple to scale up for meal prep. Enjoy 28 grams of protein per serving!

Ingredients for Double Chocolate Protein Waffles:

  • Green Banana Flour:  This alternative “flour” is packed with minerals, loaded with gut-helping prebiotics and can help reduce your glycemic load. It’s also naturally gluten-free. You may swap in an equal amount of another flour, if preferred.
  • Egg: The incredible, edible egg adds 6g of protein to this recipe and helps the waffles puff up
  • Almond Milk: Or, another unsweetened milk alternative
  • Sugar-free , Dairy-free Chocolate Chips: Mini-sized are preferred, they disperse better in the waffles – but you can chop down regular-sized chips or even a sugar-free bar, if needed.  

Making Double Chocolate Protein Waffles:

  • Simply whisk the egg in a small bowl and then stir in the remaining ingredients.
  • The batter should be a medium consistency, meaning “pourable” but not too runny. If your batter seems too thick, add more almond milk (a teaspoon at a time). If too thin, add a little more green banana flour, a half-teaspoon at a time.
  • Make sure to pre-heat waffle iron. My waffles did not stick to the iron at all, but it was a new mini waffle iron, with non-stick coating. If needed, oil or spray the waffle iron plates as needed.

Freezing and Meal Prepping Protein Waffles:

  • To freeze chocolate protein waffles, allow them to cool completely, in a single layer. If you used a large waffle iron, pull them apart along the perforation to make single pieces. Place waffles on pan in the freezer for about an hour to “pre freeze.” This will keep them from ultimately sticking together in the bag.
  • Transfer partially frozen chocolate waffles into a zip-top bag or storage container and keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • You can reheat frozen waffles in the toaster. Or, also in an oven preheated to 350F for 10 minutes, or air-fryer set at 390 F for 5 minutes or until thoroughly warmed and crispy.
  • Although this chocolate protein powder waffle recipe is written for a individual portion, you can meal prep it my simply multiplying how many servings you’d like. For example, 1 1/3 cup of protein powder, 4 eggs, 1 cup almond milk, ¼ cup green banana flour and 1 tsp baking soda would allow you to meal prep protein waffles and stock your freezer for busy mornings.

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5 from 2 votes
Power into the day fueled by chocolatey waffles made with protein powder. Only takes minutes to make, is gluten-free, has no added sugar, and moderate in carbs. A single-serve recipe, but simple to scale up for meal prep. Enjoy 28 grams of protein per serving!
Double Chocolate Protein Waffles
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
Power into the day fueled by chocolatey waffles made with protein powder. Only takes minutes to make, is gluten-free, has no added sugar, and moderate in carbs. A single-serve recipe, but simple to scale up for meal prep.
Course: Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, Snack
Keyword: chocolate, protein powder, waffles
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 330 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk* *a splash more if batter seems TOO thick
  • 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder I used Nuzest plant-based Clean Lean Protein.
  • 1 tbsp banana flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Wisk egg, stir in almond milk. Mix in protein powder, flour and baking soda until combined. Batter will be a little thicker than traditional waffle mix. BUT, if it seems too thick, stir in more almond milk (a tablespoon) at a time, until spoonable consistency achieved.

  2. Stir in chocolate chips.

  3. Heat mini waffle iron (or large iron). If not using non stick, spray with a bit of cooking spray.

  4. Pour ¼ batter into mini iron (or all batter into large 4-section iron), close lid and cook until indicator light goes off. Repeat with remaining batter. Top as desired.

  5. Makes 4 mini waffles or 1 large waffle (4 section).
  6. May be frozen for up to 3 months.

Recipe Notes

Macros for entire recipe (without topping) 330 cal, 28g carb, 14g fat, 28g protein,

Lemon, Blueberry & Almond Granola (Lower Carb + Protein Packed)

Lemon, Blueberry & Almond Granola is perfect for breakfast with milk or on yogurt — or for eating straight by the handful as a snack. I’ve used my kitchen hacks (like using alternative sweeteners and adding collagen powder) to moderate carbohydrates, boost protein and create a nutritious food to fuel my goals.

Crunch, lightly sweet and wholesomely satisfying for breakfast or a snack, this easy homemade granola recipe features oats, dried blueberries and almonds -- and also sugar swaps and collagen powder to keep the carbs lowered and protein up!

Preparing homemade granola is surprisingly easy . . . and super economical. Oats are inexpensive and can really stretch your food budget a long way — the biggest expense in homemade granola is the array of mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, seeds and such. But you still get more goodies in your batch than you’d find in a more expensive bag of packaged granola.

Check out this video tutorial on how to make Lemon Blueberry Almond Granola!

As hinted, this lower-carb, higher protein Lemon, Blueberry & Almond Granola uses a few favorite products — a honey alternative (or any zero-carb syrup will do) and unflavored collagen. And, so many wholesome, good-for-you ingredients in this low carb blueberry granola.

Crunch, lightly sweet and wholesomely satisfying for breakfast or a snack, this easy homemade granola recipe features oats, dried blueberries and almonds -- and also sugar swaps and collagen powder to keep the carbs lowered and protein up!

I’m a long-time user of collagen hydrolysate from Great Lakes Wellness. They have quite a few flavors, but the unflavored (green can) is very versatile for everything from mixing into coffee to using as a protein multiplier in recipes like this homemade granola with collagen.

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Crunch, lightly sweet and wholesomely satisfying for breakfast or a snack, this easy homemade granola recipe features oats, dried blueberries and almonds -- and also sugar swaps and collagen powder to keep the carbs lowered and protein up!
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Lemon Blueberry and Almond Granola - Crunch, lightly sweet and wholesomely satisfying for breakfast or a snack, this easy homemade granola recipe features oats, dried blueberries and almonds -- and also sugar swaps and collagen powder to keep the carbs lowered and protein up!
LEMON BLUEBERRY & ALMOND GRANOLA – Lower Carb and Packed with Protein!

Crunch, lightly sweet and wholesomely satisfying for breakfast or a snack, this easy homemade granola recipe features oats, dried blueberries and almonds — and also sugar swaps and collagen powder to keep the carbs lowered and protein up!

Course: Breakfast, Snack
Keyword: almond, blueberry, collagen, granola, lemon, lower carb
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 301 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup coconut oil
  • ¼ cup unflavored collagen powder
  • 1/3 cup sugar-free “honey” or can sub real honey but will increase carbs
  • 4 cups rolled oats gluten-free, if needed
  • ¼ cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 1/3 cup dried blueberries no-sugar added
Instructions
  1. Juice and zest one lemon in large bowl.
  2. Mix in honey substitute, collagen, and coconut oil.
  3. Add oats, chia seeds, almonds, salt and blueberries.
  4. Mix until coated.
  5. Dump out on parchment or silicone-lined baking sheet. Lightly pat down.
  6. Bake at 300F for 35 to 40 minutes, using spatula to turn over clusters at halfway point.
  7. Let cool.
  8. Store in air-tight containers.
Recipe Notes

301 Calories

20g net carb

16g fat

11 g protein

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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