Orange Protein Pancakes

I have made “pancakes” before with banana and egg.  I wanted a different flavor this week and did not want to add it with fruit on top.  a little orange zest goes a long way into making a delightful and protein rich breakfast treat.  My family added their butter and syrup; I ate these just as they came off the skillet…yummy

Ingredients:

• 2 Small Bananas
• 1 Egg
• 8 Egg Whites
• Zest 1 Orange
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla

Directions:

1. Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth
2. Heat a skillet (I keep 2 small ones going) to medium high after spraying with non-stick spray.  (Coconut oil spray works well)
3. Pour in about 1/4 cup batter and cook until sides begin to dry and bubbles appear in center.
4. Flip and cook for about a minute on the other side
5. Remove pancakes as they are done and plate and cover to keep warm; or keep warm in a 150-200 degree oven.  I even warm my plates in the oven
6. Serve and enjoy!  I added one slice uncured Canadian bacon for an additional 20 calories and 3.7 grams protein to my plate

Nutrition:  Makes 4 servings, each with approximately

• 89 calories and
• 7.5 grams protein