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If you follow the health scene on Instagram, you have probably seen countless photos of protein pancakes, some picture-perfect, some less so. You might be wondering, “Protein pancakes? Aren’t pancakes mostly carbs and not healthy?”
Not when you make them our way.
These Blueberry Protein Pancakes are loaded with protein, simple to make, and delicious enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner any day of the week. Pancakes do not have to be just a Sunday treat anymore.
Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats (Serves 1)
What You Need
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup coconut milk (or almond milk, or any non-dairy milk you prefer)
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- If you do not have pumpkin pie spice, use:
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- If you do not have pumpkin pie spice, use:
- ¼ cup pureed pumpkin (use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1½ teaspoons chia seeds
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
Optional add-ins:
- Raisins
- Pumpkin seeds
- Dried cranberries
- Coconut flakes
- Sunflower seeds
- Almond butter
Make it your own with your favorite toppings.
What To Do
- Combine ingredients
- In a bowl or glass jar, mix all ingredients (except optional add-ins) until well combined.
- Refrigerate overnight
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 5 hours, to let the oats and chia seeds soften and thicken.
- Adjust consistency
- In the morning, stir the mixture and add a splash of extra milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Add toppings and enjoy
- Add your favorite optional toppings and enjoy a cozy, nutrient-packed breakfast that feels like dessert.


