Protein Chocolate Ricotta Pancakes (Printable)

Fluffy, chocolate pancakes with ricotta and protein—perfect for healthy breakfasts or post-workout enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
02 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
04 - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or granulated sugar
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup milk of choice
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

11 - 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
12 - Fresh berries, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly blended.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and even.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. If using chocolate chips, carefully fold them in.
04 - Set a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or butter.
05 - Scoop 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the heated skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges begin to set.
06 - Turn pancakes and continue to cook for 1–2 minutes, until the centers are cooked through and lightly firm.
07 - Serve pancakes warm, garnished with fresh berries, additional ricotta, or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you likely already have in your pantry or fridge
  • Fluffy texture thanks to creamy ricotta
  • High protein per serving for lasting energy
  • Easy to adapt for gluten-free or different sweeteners
  • Ready from start to plate in under 30 minutes
02 -
  • Each pancake is high in protein and keeps you full for hours
  • The recipe is easy to make gluten free just switch the flour
  • Pancakes freeze well so you can make a double batch and reheat
03 -
  • Whisk dry ingredients thoroughly so cocoa and baking powder distribute evenly
  • Let the batter rest five minutes before cooking for extra fluffy pancakes
  • If using a skillet keep it at medium so pancakes cook through without burning

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