Cinnamon Roll Protein Crepes
Cinnamon Roll Protein Crepes combine the soft, thin texture of classic crepes with the warm, sweet flavors of cinnamon rolls while delivering a high-protein breakfast treat. Quick to make and easily customizable, these crepes offer a delicious and nutritious way to start your day or satisfy snacks with a balance of indulgence and healthful ingredients.
- Author: Barbara
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 crepes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free flour is used)
Main Ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk or milk alternative
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter for cooking
Optional Toppings and Variations
- Cinnamon and sweetener mixture for swirl or layering
- Fresh berries or sliced apples
- Almond or peanut butter drizzle
- Powdered sugar, cream cheese glaze, or chopped nuts for garnish
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together protein powder, flour, eggs, milk, cinnamon, sweetener, baking powder, and vanilla extract until smooth and lump-free. The batter should be thin, similar to traditional crepe batter, for easy spreading.
- Heat Your Pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease with non-stick cooking spray or a bit of butter. Ensure the pan is hot enough to cook quickly without burning.
- Cook the Crepes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the pan, immediately tilt and swirl the pan to spread the batter thinly and evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until edges lift and the bottom is golden, then gently flip and cook the other side for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stack and Add Cinnamon Roll Touch: Stack warm crepes on a plate, adding a sprinkle of cinnamon mixed with sweetener between layers or drizzle with cinnamon glaze to enhance the cinnamon roll flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the crepes warm topped with your favorite garnishes such as fresh fruit, nut butter, powdered sugar, or cream cheese glaze. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and protein-packed goodness.
Notes
- Use a whisk or blender to ensure a lump-free, smooth batter.
- Adjust batter thickness by adding more milk if too thick; it should pour easily.
- Cook crepes on medium heat to avoid burning or rubberiness.
- A non-stick pan helps with easy flipping and prevents tearing.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking to improve texture and spreadability.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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