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Protein-Packed Chocolate Chip Pancakes for Breakfast or Brunch

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This is a sponsored post in partnership with Premier Protein. All opinions are my own.

My family and I have relied on Premier Protein shakes for years. We buy them by the case and keep them on hand for busy mornings, quick snacks, and post-workout refuels. They’re ideal when I’m the last one up and out the door and don’t have time to prepare breakfast. Flavors include Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberries & Cream, Bananas & Cream, and Caramel, so there’s something for everyone.

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What I appreciate most is the convenience—no prep required. Just shake and enjoy. I also like experimenting with recipes that incorporate these shakes. One weekend favorite is chocolate chip protein pancakes, a simple way to gather the family for a healthy, delicious breakfast.

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Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Premier Protein® Chocolate Shake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 Tbsp melted unsalted butter
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, Premier Protein Chocolate Shake, and melted butter.
  2. Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips. Stir until smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  4. For each pancake, pour approximately ½ cup of batter onto the heated surface.
  5. Cook until bubbles form and the edges set, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy.

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Benefits of Premier Protein Ready-to-Drink Shakes

  • Help support focus, weight management, and a healthy metabolism.
  • Protein digests more slowly than carbohydrates, helping you feel full longer.
  • All five flavors work well on their own or blended into shakes, smoothies, and baked recipes.
  • Each shake delivers 30 g of protein with essential amino acids, about 160 calories, 1 g sugar, low fat, 24 vitamins and minerals, and 5 g carbs.
  • NO artificial colors, NO soy ingredients, GLUTEN FREE, KOSHER.

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Premier Protein ready-to-drink shakes are versatile. Use them as a meal replacement, a satisfying snack, or workout fuel. They can also be stirred into hot or cold cereal, blended into smoothies, used as a creamer in coffee, or incorporated into a variety of protein-packed recipes.