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💫 Mika's Highlight
I love how customizable pancakes are and that these have that going for them but are also high in protein thanks to the Greek yogurt!
why these pancakes are better
- Simple to make: A family-friendly breakfast that doubles as easy protein pancakes for the parents. Want something a little fancier? Try these easy protein crepes.
- A quick recipe to make busy mornings easier because the whole family will love this easy breakfast!
- Allergen friendly with a few, easy swaps to this great recipe (yes, it's great)
ingredients and substitutions
All substitutions are a 1:1 substitute unless otherwise noted. See recipe card for quantities.
- Pancake Mix: You can use any kind of pancake mix you like to make these fluffy pancakes. We prefer the "Just Add Water" kind or plain Bisquick style mix. Gluten-free, vegan, and paleo mixes will also work. Check out our post on pancake mix vs flour to learn more!
- Vanilla Greek Yogurt: Any vanilla Greek-style yogurt will work, including plant-based and lactose-free. Regular yogurt will work but you'll need to decrease the quantity by about 20% to account for the extra water in regular yogurt. For more recipes like this, check out our list of Greek yogurt breakfast ideas!
- Eggs
- Toppings: Top with fresh fruit, peanut butter, protein syrup, whipped cream, and anything else your heart desires! Also, check out our protein pancakes guide for more protein topping ideas!
allergy swaps
- Dairy-Free: Use a Greek-style yogurt in place of cow's milk yogurt.
- Gluten-Free or Grain-Free: Make these with a pancake mix that's gluten or grain-free, like Birch Benders.
how to make fluffy Greek yogurt pancakes
Be sure to scroll to the recipe card for the full Greek yogurt pancake recipe!
Step one: heat a skillet
Over medium heat with a little melted butter or oil (coconut oil, avocado oil, or olive oil will work).
Step two: mix everything
Mix everything together in a large bowl until fully incorporated. The batter is pretty thick but that's normal!
Step three: cook
Cook as you would any other pancakes. Then, enjoy with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh blueberries!
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helpful tips
- Look for bubbles in order to know when pancakes are ready to flip. When the bubbles show up on the uncooked side of the pancakes, that means hot air has made it to the other side. Also, you can check the underside for a golden brown color before flipping. On medium heat, it should cook for about 2-3 minutes before flipping.
- Try a different flavor of yogurt to mix up the pancakes based on what you already have on hand.
common questions
Yes, you can use cottage cheese in these 3 ingredient pancakes but you will need to add a sweetener to make up for the sugar missed from the vanilla yogurt.
This is totally up to personal preference. I prefer butter or vegan butter because you get a nice crisp edge. But for a more even fry, oil will work better. And if you're using a non-stick skillet you might not need anything else on the pan.
storage and meal prep tips
Fridge: These will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Just let them come to room temperature before storing otherwise the heat will create steam that will disrupt the texture of the pancakes.
Freezer: To store leftover pancakes in the fridge, let them cool completely. Then place them in a plastic zip-top bag or air-tight container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheating: To reheat from the fridge, either use a toaster on a low setting or microwave for 30 seconds for 1 pancake to heat up. To reheat from frozen, use the same methods but set the toaster to medium and heat in the microwave for 45-60 seconds for 1 pancake.
Meal prep tips: You can make these pancakes up to 1 week in advance and just store them in the fridge to enjoy throughout the week!
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Recipe
3-ingredient greek yogurt pancakes recipe (no banana!)
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 1 cup pancake mix (any kind, including gluten-free, Just Add Water, or high-protein)
- ½ cup vanilla Greek Yogurt (1 individual sized yogurt container, can use any kind of Greek yogurt, including plant-based)
- 3 eggs
Before you start!
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Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little butter or oil. Pour pancake batter onto the skillet, leaving a 1" space between pancakes.You can also make these as pancake bites (or cupcakes as my toddler calls them) by pouring the batter into a mini muffin tins, add any desired mix-ins like sprinkles or chocolate chips, and bake at 350 for 15ish minutes.
- Once bubbles start to appear in the batter (about 2- 3 minutes into cooking), flip the pancakes and cook for anohter 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Repeat until all pancakes are made. Then, enjoy!
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Notes
- To know when the pancakes are ready to flip look for bubbles. When the bubbles show up on the uncooked side of the pancakes, that means hot air has made it to the other side. Also, check the underside for that golden brown color before flipping. This is typically about 2-3 minutes on the first side.
- Try a different flavor of yogurt to mix up the pancakes based on what you already have on hand.
- Customize as you go by pouring the pancake batter onto the skillet and then sprinkling any mix-ins on top of the batter. Gently press them into the batter and cook normally. This helps to simplify things when everyone wants a different type of pancake.
Looking for more information?
Additional substitution information can be found above in the substitution section of this post.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate and for informational purposes only.
My family just delcared these the best pancakes ever! I used our favorite cinnamon bun pancake/waffle mix and a container of Siggi's vanilla yogurt. To make a few more pancakes I upped the ingredient amounts to 1-1/2 cups mix and 4 eggs. They came out so fluffy puffy and delicious. Thank you for the guidance on how to make our pancake breakfast more filling and nutritious.
These pancakes are so easy to mix up, I’m not a great cook but even I could handle it! They’re so fluffy and tasty. Great recipe!!!
The whole family loved it! My kids and I really love pancakes—they are a Sunday evening tradition. I was worried about making a new recipe, but it was a hit! Having a high protein, yet delicious option is amazing!
YUMO! These were a big hit with my toddler. I followed the recipe but with her suggestion of putting them in mini muffin tins. Used protein pancake mix, added some vanilla and sprinkles. My toddler felt like they were a special treat!