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Greek Yogurt Pancakes (High Protein)

Jan 17, 2025 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 2 Comments

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Diet: Gluten Free / High Protein / Vegetarian
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You can make light and fluffy high protein pancakes with Greek yogurt with just a few ingredients and they are ready in under 10 minutes. If you haven't tried adding Greek yogurt to your pancakes, then you are missing out. The best texture, and added protein - win win! All done in one bowl and just 380 calories for a big stack.

A stack of pancakes topped with berries and maple syrup.

Greek yogurt pancakes are so fluffy, because of the reaction that happens between to yogurt and the baking powder. Little pockets of air form as the pancakes rise in the pan and it makes these high protein pancakes super light and fluffy. My kids call these cloud pancakes!

Along with the added yogurt for a protein boost, we have used oat flour rather than plain white flour. It does make them slightly more dense, but you get the added fiber and we love the change in flavor too.

Looking for more Greek yogurt recipes? Why not try our 2 ingredient Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough, low calorie Greek Yogurt Brownies or our delicious Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip?

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  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • Variations
  • How To Make Greek Yogurt Pancakes - Step by Step
  • Recommended Equipment
  • Greek Yogurt Pancake Toppings
  • Extra Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Pancake Recipes
  • Recipe
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Ingredients and Substitutions

All the ingredients needed to make this recipe, each with a text overlay label.

A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

  • Oat flour - These are oatmeal and Greek yogurt pancakes. We used oat flour rather than plain flour (to make them gluten-free). You could swap it like for like with all purpose flour (plain flour), which would make these even lighter. We make oat flour by simply blending oats until they are flour consistency.
  • Baking powder - This helps the healthy pancakes to rise and get nice and fluffy.
  • Liquid sweetener - We used maple syrup, but honey or agave work too. You could also use granulated sweetener - brown sugar adds a nice caramelised flavor.
  • Eggs - Medium sized eggs.
  • Greek yogurt - The star of healthy pancake recipe. We used fat free, but you could use full fat if you prefer.
  • Vanilla - Use vanilla extract rather than essense.
  • Milk - Any milk will work here, even dairy free, like our homemade almond milk.
  • Cinnamon - This adds a nice warm flavor to the yogurt pancakes. You could use ground ginger too.

Variations

Just like regular pancakes, there are lots of options when it comes to mix-ins. Whatever you normally mix into your pancakes, you can mix into this Greek yogurt pancake recipe.

Chocolate - You can't beat chocolate chip pancakes! We love Refined Sugar Free Chocolate Chips, but any will work.

Nuts - If you love some added crunch in your pancakes, why not mix in some chopped almonds or pecans into the batter?

Berries - Add some blueberries on top of the batter when you spoon it into the pan. You can use frozen blueberries to make it even easier.

Protein powder - To give these even more of a protein boost, you can add your favorite protein powder. You will need to add a little more milk to allow for this though, otherwise they will be too thick.

How To Make Greek Yogurt Pancakes - Step by Step

A mixing bowl with oat flour, baking powder and cinnamon in it.
  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, add the oat flour, cinnamon and baking powder. Mix it all together.
Eggs, milk, maple syrup, yogurt and vanilla combined in a bowl.
  1. Step 2: In a separate bowl whisk the eggs and mix in the milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla and maple syrup.
The wet and dry ingredients combined together in one bowl.
  1. Step 3: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix well to combine everything.
Three rounds of pancake batter on a pancake pan.
  1. Step 4: Heat a little butter in a pan over a medium heat and add spoonfuls of the batter.
Three cooked pancakes in a pancake pan.
  1. Step 5: Cook for 2-3 minutes, flip and cook for a further 2 minutes.

Recommended Equipment

Whilst these are not essential, for perfect pancakes, we recommend the using following items:

  • Pancake batter dispenser. These allow you to get even amounts of batter each time.
  • Pancake pan. These are large flat pans that allow even cooking of the pancakes.

Greek Yogurt Pancake Toppings

When it comes to pancake toppings, the options are almost endless. We went with some more Greek yogurt for extra protein, lots of fresh berries and then a little more maple syrup to top it off.

If you wanted to make them a little more indulgent, then whipped cream and chocolate chips are a favorite topping with my kids. You could even drizzle this Homemade Chocolate Sauce on top.

My favorite topping is a drizzle of nut butter and some banana slices. Why not try making your own with our Homemade Peanut Butter or Almond Butter?

Another great topping for pancakes is granola - it adds a lovely crunch! Try our easy Air Fryer Granola or our healthy Low Sugar Granola.

Chopped strawberries, raspberries and blueberies on top of a stack of pancakes.

Extra Tips

  • You may need to add a little more oat flour, or even a little more milk to these Greek yogurt pancakes to get the consistency perfect. It should be spoonable, but not too runny.
  • Be careful not to over-mix the yogurt pancake recipe. You need to fold the dry ingredients into the wet. Over-mixing can cause the pancakes to be tough and rubbery. It doesn't matter if there are a few lumps left in it.
  • Don't cook the pancakes on too high a heat, as they will brown quite quickly.
  • Because of the oat flour, these don't have the same texture as regular pancakes, but we don't mind that. You can swap it for regular flour though if you prefer, but this will change the nutritional information.
A plate of pancakes next to a towel, bowl of berries, some yogurt and a cup of coffee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store Greek yogurt pancakes

Firstly, make sure you cool them completely first as they will go soggy due to condensation if wrapped up when still hot. You can then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I would recommend putting a piece of parchment paper (baking paper) between each pancake though, as it stops them sticking together. You can then reheat them in a pan.

Can I freezer Greek yogurt pancakes?

Yes, these freeze really well and are great for meal prep. Flash freeze them in a single layer on a baking tray for about an hour. Once solid, you can stack them in a freezer bag. They will keep for up to 3 months and you can defrost them at room temperature and then reheat as above.

Can I use almond flour?

Yes, you can swap the oat flour for almond flour if you prefer. This will change the texture and the nutritional information though.

Why didn't my pancakes rise?

Make sure your baking powder isn't older than 6 months old, as they can cause it to not work as well as it should.

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Recipe

A stack of Greek yogurt pancakes topped with berries.

Greek Yogurt Pancakes (High Protein)

By: Dannii Martin
Try Greek yogurt pancakes for a protein-packed and satisfying breakfast. These light and fluffy pancakes are perfect for a quick and easy meal.
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Gluten Free
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High Protein
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, British
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 5 minutes mins
Total: 10 minutes mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 380kcal
Allergens:
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Ingredients

  • 90 g (1 cups) Oats - ground into flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 225 g (1 cups) 0% Fat Free Greek yogurt
  • 60 ml (0.25 cups) Skim milk

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add 90 g Oats (blended into flour), 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon and 1 tablespoon Baking powder. Mix it all together.
  • In a separate bowl combine 2 Eggs, 2 tablespoon Maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 60 ml Skim milk and 225 g 0% Fat Free Greek yogurt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix well to combine everything.
  • Heat a little butter in a pan over a medium heat and add spoonfuls of the batter.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes, flip and cook for a further 2 minutes.

Recipe Tips

  • You may need to add a little more oat flour, or even a little more milk to these Greek yogurt pancakes to get the consistency perfect. It should be spoonable, but not too runny.
  • Be careful not to over-mix the yogurt pancake recipe. You need to fold the dry ingredients into the wet. Over-mixing can cause the pancakes to be tough and rubbery. It doesn't matter if there are a few lumps left in it.
  • Don't cook the pancakes on too high a heat, as they will brown quite quickly.
  • Because of the oat flour, these don't have the same texture as regular pancakes, but we don't mind that. You can swap it for regular flour though if you prefer, but this will change the nutritional information.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 1100mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 505mg | Iron: 3mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

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Comments

  1. Julia says

    July 01, 2025 at 1:59 am

    5 stars
    This was my first time cooking pancakes for breakfast, I wanted something tasty and warm. They came out really well and they are delicious! I made the oat flour from rolled oats which was really easy. I cut up an apple and put that with frozen blueberries in the microwave for one minute and made a delicious topping. I will definitely make these again.

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  2. Jana says

    April 16, 2025 at 10:03 am

    5 stars
    10 / 10. Easy, fast, delicious and devoured by adults and kids. Will definitely make these again and again.

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