I am obsessed with these Cinnamon Roll Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes—they’re hands down my new favorite pancake creation. I made them twice just last week alone, and I can’t stop thinking about them! They give you all the cozy, sweet cinnamon roll vibes but without all the work. No kneading, no rising, no waiting. Just fluffy, high-protein pancakes that are quick, easy, and so satisfying.
These pancakes are low calorie, high protein, and refined sugar-free, making them perfect for busy mornings when you want something delicious that also fuels your body.
I use Truvani Protein Powder in these (my absolute favorite clean protein!) and it makes such a difference. Truvani is plant-based, organic, has minimal ingredients, and mixes in perfectly—no chalky taste, no weird textures. You can grab it for yourself and use my discount code KATIE10 to save!
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Why You’ll Love These Pancakes:
- Tastes Like a Cinnamon Roll Without All the Work
- High-Protein & Low-Calorie
- Refined Sugar-Free
- Made with Clean, Organic Protein (Truvani)
- Quick & Easy – On the Table in Under 30 Minutes
- Fluffy, Sweet, and Perfectly Cozy
A Quick Note on Truvani Protein
I’ve tried a lot of protein powders, and Truvani is by far my favorite. It’s clean, organic, and made with real food ingredients you can pronounce. It doesn’t leave an artificial aftertaste, and it mixes so well into batters like this. I love using their vanilla protein in these pancakes—it pairs perfectly with the cinnamon roll vibes.
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What You Will Need
- Griddle/Skillet – You can cook your pancakes on a griddle or nonstick skillet! Code KATIELADY10 for 10% off Caraway nonstick pans.
Base:
- Flour – 3/4 cup of either all-purpose or oat flour.
- Protein Powder – 30 grams of vanilla flavored protein powder. Use the discount code KATIE10 at Truvani for $$ off!
- Baking Powder– 1 teaspoon.
- Cinnamon – 1/2 teaspoon.
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon.
- Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon, for flavor.
- Greek Yogurt – 3/4 cup of plain, nonfat Greek yogurt.
- Egg – 1 large egg or 3 tablespoons of liquid egg whites.
- Almond Milk – 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk.
Filling:
- Butter/Coconut Oil – 3 tbsp softened butter or coconut oil. I use grass-fed butter.
- Sweetener – 1/4 cup brown monk fruit or coconut sugar. You can use any sweetener you prefer. I used brown monk fruit.
- Cinnamon – 2 tablespoons of cinnamon.
Glaze/Frosting:
- Cream Cheese – 4 oz organic cream cheese. You can also use Greek yogurt if you want a lower calorie option.
- Monk Fruit – 1/4 cup powdered monk fruit, or powdered sugar substitute of choice.
- Vanilla – ` 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Almond Milk – 2-4 teaspoons, or as needed until you get your desired consistency.
- Butter – 1 tbsp softened butter or coconut oil. I used grass-fed butter.
About the Icing
I make the icing with cream cheese because it gives you that classic cinnamon roll flavor—the tangy, sweet, creamy topping we all love. If you want to lighten it up a bit, you can totally swap the cream cheese for Greek yogurt and make more of a glaze instead. Both are delicious, but the cream cheese really makes it taste like you’re eating an actual cinnamon roll in pancake form.
How To Make Them
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown monk fruit, and cinnamon until fully incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a Ziplock bag with one corner snipped. Set aside.
- In another bowl, make the glaze by mixing the cream cheese, monk fruit, vanilla, butter, and a splash of almond milk to reach your desired consistency. Use a hand mixer for best results. Transfer the glaze to a separate piping bag or Ziplock bag with the corner snipped and set aside.
- Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium and spray with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the egg, milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter into 6 equal portions. I cook my pancakes in batches of 2 at a time. Pour the first two pancakes onto the heated griddle or skillet and let them cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Once the pancakes start to set, pipe the cinnamon filling onto the top of each one in a “swirl” pattern. Cook for another minute.
- Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. The cinnamon swirl may “ooze” out slightly—this is normal!
- Flip each pancake one more time and allow the plain side to soak up any of the oozed-out cinnamon mixture. Remove from the griddle and repeat with the remaining batter.
- Once all pancakes are cooked, top with the cream cheese glaze and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Enjoy!
Storing & Reheating Instructions:
Reheating: Pop them in the toaster or microwave until warmed through. The toaster gives the best texture!
Fridge: Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep frosting separate.
Freezer: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a bag or container for up to 3 months. Keep frosting separate.
Why Is Consuming Protein Important?
- Protein is nutrient-rich, so it helps you stay fuller longer. You are more likely to eat less when you have high protein meals because you won’t have the munchies!
- It boosts your metabolism & increases fat burning.
- It increases muscles & strength. If you are lifting weights and not eating enough protein, you aren’t going to see much of a difference!
- It lowers your blood pressure.
FAQ’s:
Can I use a different protein powder?
Yes, but I highly recommend Truvani because of its clean ingredients and smooth texture. Other protein powders may change the taste or texture.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes! Just swap the flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
Do they actually taste like a cinnamon roll?
YES. The cinnamon swirl + cream cheese glaze combo seriously delivers those cozy cinnamon roll vibes without all the effort.
Can I meal prep these?
Absolutely. Make a big batch and store in the fridge or freezer for a grab-and-go protein breakfast.
What if I don’t have Greek yogurt?
You can try substituting blended cottage cheese or a plant-based yogurt, but Greek yogurt gives the best protein boost and fluffiness.
How Can I Make These Gluten Free?
Simply use oat flour or gluten-free organic all-purpose flour to make these gluten free!
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Macros
The nutritional facts below are for the pancake base only. The macros total will vary on how much filling/glaze you use. I will provide the macros here of the filling and glaze for you to calculate into your pancakes:
Glaze
The full glaze recipe contains 502 calories, 51g fat, 4g carbs, and 7g protein. If you were to use all of it and divide it evenly among 6 pancakes, it would add about 84 calories per pancake. I typically only use about half, but I intentionally made a little extra in case you love that cream cheese frosting moment (I get it!).
Filling
The entire cinnamon filling comes to 346 calories, 36g fat, 12g carbs, and 1g protein. If you used every bit of it, that would add roughly 58 calories per pancake. I don’t usually use the full amount, but just like the glaze, I included extra so you have plenty for generous swirls if you want them!
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Description
I am obsessed with these Cinnamon Roll Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes—they’re hands down my new favorite pancake creation. I made them twice just last week alone, and I can’t stop thinking about them! They give you all the cozy, sweet cinnamon roll vibes but without all the work. No kneading, no rising, no waiting. Just fluffy, high-protein pancakes that are quick, easy, and so satisfying.
Ingredients
Pancake Base
Filling:
Glaze/Frosting:
Instructions
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In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown monk fruit, and cinnamon until fully incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a Ziplock bag with one corner snipped. Set aside.
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In another bowl, make the glaze by mixing the cream cheese, monk fruit, vanilla, butter, and a splash of almond milk to reach your desired consistency. Use a hand mixer for best results. Transfer the glaze to a separate piping bag or Ziplock bag with the corner snipped and set aside.
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Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium and spray with non-stick spray.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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Add the egg, milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Divide the batter into 6 equal portions. I cook my pancakes in batches of 2 at a time. Pour the first two pancakes onto the heated griddle or skillet and let them cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Once the pancakes start to set, pipe the cinnamon filling onto the top of each one in a "swirl" pattern. Cook for another minute.
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Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. The cinnamon swirl may "ooze" out slightly—this is normal!
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Flip each pancake one more time and allow the plain side to soak up any of the oozed-out cinnamon mixture. Remove from the griddle and repeat with the remaining batter.
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Once all pancakes are cooked, top with the cream cheese glaze and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
Serving Size 2 pancakes (base only)
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 207kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
- Cholesterol 74.2mg25%
- Sodium 169.5mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 27.3g10%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 2.2g
- Protein 18g36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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