Fluffy Protein-Rich Pancakes (Printable version)

Fluffy pancakes made with creamy skyr for a nutritious breakfast treat.

# Ingredients list:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup (240g) Icelandic skyr (plain, unsweetened)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour (or substitute whole wheat flour)
06 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, or sweetener of choice)
07 - 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
08 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
09 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ For Cooking

10 - Butter or oil, for greasing the pan

→ To Serve (Optional)

11 - Fresh berries
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - A dollop of extra skyr

# Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together skyr, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
07 - Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries, maple syrup, and a dollop of skyr.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You can whip them up in just 10 minutes, perfect for busy mornings.
  • The skyr adds a creamy texture and is packed with protein, keeping you full longer.
02 -
  • Don't be tempted to overmix your batter; a few lumps mean fluffier pancakes.
  • If you want a zesty twist, try adding some lemon zest or cinnamon for extra flavor.
03 -
  • Use a nonstick skillet for the best results; it makes flipping a breeze.
  • Let the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking for even fluffier pancakes.
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