Protein Pancake Tacos (Sweet & Savory Style)

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Created on September 14th, 2025 at 05:06 pm

Fluffy, high-protein breakfast tacos – sweet or savory!

Craving something playful and protein-packed for breakfast? These Protein Pancake Tacos are just the thing! They combine fluffy oat flour pancakes with a cheesy scrambled egg and turkey bacon filling — then fold everything taco-style for the ultimate sweet-or-savory bite. Add maple syrup for sweetness, or go savory with salsa and hot sauce. With 12g of protein per taco, these are perfect for fueling up on busy mornings or treating yourself to a fun weekend brunch. Best of all? The pancakes freeze beautifully, so you can enjoy IHOP-style creativity from your toaster in minutes.

Sweet and savory breakfast tacos made from protein pancakes.

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These breakfast pancake tacos are more than just a cute idea — they’re a meal-prep dream. Oat flour, Greek yogurt, and liquid egg whites make the pancake shells extra nutritious, while turkey bacon and cheddar cheese add savory depth. They’re totally customizable and great for all-day breakfast cravings. Whether you’re making them for a Father’s Day brunch, Taco Tuesday breakfast, or a freezer-friendly morning meal, you’ll love how fast, fun, and filling they are. Plus, cleanup is easy, and the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 tacos

📝 Ingredients List

For the Pancakes:

1¼ cup oat flour (150g)
1 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt (224g)
1 cup liquid egg whites (250g)
2 Tbsp. honey
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tsp. cinnamon

For the Filling:

1 cup liquid egg whites (250g)
2 whole eggs
2 Tbsp. water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and cut in half
¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese (84g)

Optional Toppings:

1 Tbsp. maple syrup or
1 Tbsp. salsa and a few dashes of hot sauce
Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

Large skillet or frying pan
Sharp knife
Cutting board
Measuring cups & spoons
Mixing bowls
Wooden spoon or spatula
Nonstick griddle or skillet

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

Mix the Pancake Batter
In a large bowl, combine oat flour, Greek yogurt, liquid egg whites, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir until smooth. 🥣
Cook the Pancakes
Heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat. Spray lightly with cooking spray. Scoop ¼ cup of batter for each pancake, spreading into a taco shape. Cook for 3–4 minutes until bubbles appear, flip, then cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
Scramble the Eggs
In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, eggs, water, salt, and pepper. Spray a skillet with nonstick spray and cook over medium heat until just scrambled and fluffy. 🍳
Assemble the Tacos
On each pancake, add ½ slice of cooked turkey bacon, 28g scrambled eggs, and 7g cheddar cheese. Finish with 1 Tbsp. syrup (for sweet) or salsa and hot sauce (for savory). Add chopped cilantro or hash browns for extra flavor. 🌮✨

💡 Pro Tips

Make-Ahead Magic: Freeze the pancakes and scramble fresh eggs in the morning for a 5-minute breakfast.
Flavor Swaps: Use maple chicken sausage or a plant-based meat alternative instead of turkey bacon.
Meal Prep Friendly: Store pancakes and fillings separately, then assemble just before eating.
For Kids: Make mini “silver dollar” versions for little hands and picky eaters!

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 taco	145	12g	11g	5g	1g	4g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.