High-protein matcha pancakes

High-protein matcha pancakes with oats, spinach, whey, almond milk and raspberries – a moist breakfast with a delicate matcha note and a fruity topping.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 10 min
• Cooking time: 15 min
• Total time: 25 min
• Calories: 380 kcal per serving
• Protein: 35 g
• Fat: 8 g
• Carbs: 42 g

Ingredients

• 1 organic egg
• 50 g rolled oats
• 50 g baby spinach
• Maple syrup (or honey) and raspberries
• 100 ml almond milk
• 1 small tsp green matcha tea powder
• 1 dollop of coconut oil
• 30 g vanilla whey protein (unsweetened)
• 1 tsp baking powder

Method

You’ll need: frying pan · blender · spatula

1. Put the oats, vanilla whey, matcha and baking powder into the blender. Add the egg and almond milk.
2. Add the baby spinach and blend until smooth and you have an even, green batter. Leave it to stand briefly so the oats can swell a little.
3. Heat a non-stick frying pan and brush it with a little coconut oil. Add the batter in portions.
4. Cook the pancakes over a medium heat with a lid on until the surface is almost set. Flip and finish cooking briefly until both sides are lightly browned.
5. Take care not to set the heat too high, so the matcha and whey stay mild and nothing dries out.
6. Stack the matcha pancakes, top with raspberries and serve with maple syrup or honey.

Good to know

When you want a breakfast that's satisfying but doesn't feel heavy, these pancakes are just right. Beautifully green, soft in the middle and with a delicate, slightly bitter note.

Swaps

Almond milk → unsweetened tinned coconut milk, thinned with water (creamier, no seed oils) Maple syrup or honey → mashed banana (natural sweetness and extra fibre) Vanilla whey protein → skyr or low-fat quark on the side (a less processed protein source) Coconut oil → ghee or butter (heat-stable, no seed oils)

Allergens

Contains egg, milk (whey) and tree nuts (almond milk); the oats contain gluten unless certified gluten-free. Because of the caffeine from the matcha, smaller portions make sense for children and during pregnancy. Contains: gluten (oats), tree nuts.

Frequently asked questions

What's in matcha, nutritionally?

Matcha contains natural caffeine and polyphenols, mainly catechins. How much depends heavily on quality, variety and the amount used.

Why are oats interesting in pancakes?

Oats provide complex carbohydrates, manganese, magnesium and fibre, including beta-glucans. The exact content can vary slightly with processing.

Can you use raw spinach in the batter?

Yes, especially when it's finely blended and then cooked. Spinach does also contain oxalic acid, which can matter for some sensitive people.

What does whey bring to this recipe besides protein?

Whey naturally contains milk components such as calcium and phosphorus. If you're sensitive to lactose, it depends on the specific product, because the residual lactose content can vary.

Are raspberries just decoration, or do they add nutrients too?

Raspberries provide fibre, vitamin C and various plant compounds. Their fresh tartness goes well with the slightly bitter matcha.