Pina Colada Protein Pancakes

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 1/3 cup oat flour (ground from rolled oats)
• 1/2 scoop vanilla whey protein (30g scoop)
• 1 Tablespoon coconut flour
• 1/2 teaspoon sodium-free baking powder
• 1 egg white
• 2 Tablespoons coconut-flavored Greek yogurt
  
• 3 Tablespoons water (or milk)
• 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract (or vanilla)
• 1/8 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
• 1/4 cup diced fresh pineapple (bite-sized cubes)
• Toppings: Thinned coconut-flavored Greek yogurt, fresh pineapple, coconut chips, and chia seeds

Instructions

1. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle to medium heat and coat with cooking spray.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine flours, protein powder, and baking powder and whisk together to break up any lumps.
3. In a separate bowl, vigorously whisk egg white until frothy.
4. To the egg white, add Greek yogurt, water (or milk) and extract and stir to combine.
5. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients.
6. Fold in diced pineapple.
7. Allow batter to rest for at least 5 minutes before spooning onto skillet, forming 3 small-medium-sized pancakes.
8. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until edges are crisp and golden.
9. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
10. Transfer to a plate, add toppings, and enjoy!