Chocolate Protein Pancakes

Consider also for pre-op diet during solid-food stage as a fun breakfast idea. While your family is enjoying traditional pancakes high in carbs, don’t feel left out with this healthy option rich in protein!

Consider for:

• Post-op diet, stage 3, pureed foods (17 to 30 days post-op)
• Pre-op diet (solid food stage)

Servings: 2 medium-size pancakes

For the pre-op diet: entire recipe makes 18 % of your daily caloric intake. (Based on 1,200 Cals per day)

For the post-op diet: entire recipe makes 36.8% – 30.6% of your daily caloric intake. (Based on 500 – 600 Cals per day)

• 2 tbsp of unsweetened almond milk
• 4 egg whites, 130g
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp of baking soda
• 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder, approximately 33g of powder (We love Isopure zero carbs/zero fat or GenePro, but you can use your favorite one)
• Optional only if on a pre-op diet: ½ cup of blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries as a healthy topping.

1. Whisk protein powder, salt, baking soda, almond milk, and egg whites until you have a smooth, slightly running pancake batter.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet or pancake pan to low-medium.
3. Make pancakes by adding half of the batter to the skillet. Cook for 1-3 minutes before flipping the pancake over. Pancakes are ready to flip as soon as you can slide the spatula underneath. They will bubble a bit less than regular pancakes.
4. Enjoy! 😊

Extra: if you are on a pre-op diet, feel free to add ½ cup of healthy fruit topping such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries!

Macros per full recipe (about 2 medium-size pancakes)

Calories: 184 Cals
Fat: 1.08 g
Carbs: 2.15 g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 39.59 g