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Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

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Looking for a breakfast that is healthy and full of protein?  These Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are just what you need to get going in the morning.

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I know that I post a lot of sugary desserts here, but really we do eat fairly healthy.  It just looks like we eat brownies, cookies, and cake all the time.  Ok, fine I do eat little bites of those all the time. But we just balance it all out with lots of healthy lean and green meals.

My husband and I both enjoy working out.  Well…I like it when I finish my workout for the day.  There are plenty of mornings when I’m not so happy while doing lunges, crunches, rows, or whatever other torturous move I am doing in our garage gym.

Over the years we have tried different workout places.  A few years ago we did CrossFit at a local gym when we lived in Indiana.  That was when I really learned more on how to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  Recently, we checked out F45 and really enjoyed the workouts and trainers there, but now I’m back to using the equipment in our garage.

Working out is only 10 percent of living a healthy life.  The other 90 percent is all about eating right.  When you eat right you feel better, have clarity, and have more energy. I know that I need all the energy I can get to get through the day.

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Some mornings I start my day with either a store bought protein shake or one of these Meal Replacement Shakes, but every once in a while I like to change things up and make pancakes.

These healthy banana pancakes are one of the things I make and keep in our freezer or refrigerator for a quick and easy breakfast.  They are a chocolate version of these Skinny Banana Oatmeal Pancakes from a few months ago.

Being the chocolate lover that I am, I had to find a way to add more chocolate into my morning routine.These pancakes have a scoop of the chocolate protein powder in them.  You can use any brand chocolate protein powder, but I do recommend this Chocolate Performance Protein Shake Mix.

It is great for smoothies, pancakes, and granola bars.

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Two Ingredient Pancakes

Did you know that you can make pancakes from eggs and and a ripe banana?  Yup, you read that right. All you need to make these a batch of these easy pancakes is 2 eggs and 1 banana.

Mash the ripe banana and add in the whisked eggs. It is seriously the world’s easiest pancake recipe. And they work for all low-fat, gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free, and paleo diets.  Gotta love that!

Make sure to keep these pancakes small, as there is no flour holding them together. Use a thin spatula when you flip them over.

Tips to make Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

To give these healthy pancakes a protein boost, you can add a scoop of chocolate protein powder.  You can also some cocoa powder for more chocolate flavor and a little bit of oatmeal to thicken the pancakes just a little bit.

If you want to make these low carb, leave the oatmeal out or substitute almond flour in place of it. The pancakes will cook up just the same.  The oatmeal or flour just helps to give the pancake a little more body.

Mix it all together in a Ninja food prep and cook them on a hot skillet.  The blender helps to mix up the oatmeal a little bit more.  If you mix it in a bowl with a fork, your oatmeal will be a little coarser.

Scoop 1/4 cup onto a hot pan and let each side cook for 1 minute.  Keep your pan on medium heat, so the pancakes cook evenly and do not burn.

These chocolate pancakes can be refrigerated for a few days, or you can freeze them for 1-2 months.

To give these Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes a little extra sweetness, add some diced fresh strawberries and a drizzle of raw honey. Perfect way to start the day with chocolate!  Am I right?

Do banana egg pancakes really taste like pancakes?

Well, they are called pancakes because of how they are mixed and cooked and because you can drizzle honey or syrup on top.  But I would not replace your favorite fluffy weekend pancakes with these.  They have a totally different taste.  Delicious, but definitely different.

They remind me more of a dense crepe or dutch baby pancakes. They are soft and just kind of melt in your mouth.

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More healthy breakfast ideas:

Frozen fruit, juice, and yogurt gives this Triple Berry Orange Smoothie a delicious flavor. This easy and healthy recipe is a great way to start out the day or to fight off the afternoon snacking urge.

Make a batch of these Skinny Peanut Butter Granola Bites to keep on hand for when you are running out the door. The grains and peanut butter will keep you full until lunch.

These easy blender Skinny Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes are a great way to get more protein and fruit in your body.  Great breakfast choice when you are eating healthy.

Layers of fruit, yogurt, and granola make these Healthy Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits an easy and fresh breakfast choice.

Enjoy a sweet treat for breakfast with a batch of these Healthy Breakfast Cookies. Only 75 calories in each one!

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Yield: 9 pancakes

Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
These Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes are light and healthy for you. Chocolate and strawberries are a delicious way to start out the day.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine the eggs, bananas, oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and cinnamon in a blender or food processor. Pulse for a few seconds until every thing is smooth.
  2. Drop by 1/4 cup onto a hot skillet. Cook the first side until bubbles appear over the top of the pancake. Flip carefully and cook the other side about a minute.
  3. Serve hot with powdered sugar and diced strawberries mixed with honey.
  4. Keep leftover pancakes in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds.

Notes

*If you do not own a blender or food processor, use a fork to whisk the eggs and smashed bananas. The oats will be chunkier this way though.

Top the panckes with diced strawberries, honey, and powdered sugar, if you like. This will increase the calorie content.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 78 Total Fat: 2g Saturated Fat: 1g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 75mg Sodium: 33mg Carbohydrates: 9g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 3g Protein: 5g
© Jocelyn @ Inside BruCrew Life
Cuisine: American / Category: Pastries & Pancakes
Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes - enjoy a healthy breakfast choice when you make these easy banana pancakes. Great recipe to make and freeze for busy mornings! #breakfast #pancakes #twoingredientpancakes #banana #healthy

*The post and recipe for Skinny Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Pancakes was first published on May 13, 2014. The photos and text have been updated and the post was republished on January 8, 2019.

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Comments

  11. Mir says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    I love the fact that these have no flour! And the chocolate totally sold me, especially with the added protein! I will totally stay tuned for those brownies. Can’t wait!

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  14. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    I recently asked a friend about crossfit, having no idea what it was. She sort of looked at me like I had 3 heads! I think it’s time I get in the know. And eat some of these pancakes, too. They look fantastic!

    Reply

  18. marcie says

    May 14, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    Anything with skinny, chocolate, and banana in the title is something I would love! These pancakes would be one great breakfast, or after workout meal!

    Reply

  19. Janine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:58 PM

    What can you do if you don’t own protein powder? Is it okay to just omit or should I substitute it with something else?

    Reply

  22. Jeanette says

    May 17, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    OMG! I made these this morning for breakfast they are fabulous! Recipe made about 7 pancakes and I want to eat them all!!

    Reply

  24. Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says

    May 22, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Chocolate for breakfast — you are totally after my heart! I always sneak a little piece (or two) after finishing my eggs and veggies because, well, it basically ensures my day will start with a smile! Your healthy chocolate pancakes would totally do the trick too. So happy for you and your husband that you’ve found workouts that you love!!

    Reply

  25. Katrina says

    June 6, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    I don’t have a large blender, I have the Magic Bullet blender. I use it to grind up oatmeal for recipes all the time.

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  27. Lisa says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:44 PM

    What is the protein/calorie/etc intake? These were so delicious, my husband is in love. He’s just wondering what the intake is???

    Reply

    • Jocelyn says

      September 7, 2015 at 11:57 AM

      I just used a website to calculate the calories. If you make 10 pancakes from one batch, each pancake has roughly 70 calories. If you make them without the oats, it would be about 55 per pancake.

      Reply

  28. Samantha says

    February 19, 2016 at 11:03 AM

    First of all, these were incredible on every level. Gorgeous, easy, and best of all… delicious. Second, they sort of looked like chocolate moons, and my son got a huge kick out of that. Something with the way they cooked, it looked like the darkened and lightened areas on the moon where there are craters. Lastly, the oatmeal takes this from the usual banana pancake (which turns out delicious but more like a crepe) to a fluffy, stunning pancake that seems more filling to the younger ones. Thanks for this recipe!

    P.s. for those in the same situation, we omitted the protein powder for a lack of having it, and I just added a pinch more oatmeal instead. It worked great!

    Reply

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