Easy Peasy Chocolate Protein Pancakes + Waffles

Host brunch at home with these simple-to-make, protein-packed, nutritionally dense chocolate superfood pancakes and waffles! They have an oh-so-yummy flavor fusion of cinnamon and vanilla, not to mention a burst of vitamins and minerals from our superfood and protein blends. In the pancakes, the vanilla especially helps to balance out the Green Dream and leafy greens, which add a boost of chlorophyll for radiant skin and hair.

For these, I like to use any gluten-free batter mix (Trader Joe’s has a wonderful one!), but Birch Blenders also offers an array of delicious mixes, if you don’t need to eat gluten-free. I also love swapping whatever oil the batter box calls for with Thrive Algae Oil (a tablespoon has the same amount of healthy fat as one whole avocado!) or the fabulously versatile coconut oil.

Be sure to freeze the waffles if you have extra–they make for a wholesome, anytime-of-day snack or dessert and are definitely one-of-a-kind. You won’t be finding any superfood-charged waffles at the grocery store. ;)

Gather This:

For the Pancakes:

• your favorite gluten-free or paleo pancake mix (and ingredients it requires)
• 1 tablespoon Green Dream Superfood Blend
• 1 small handful greens
• a dash of cinnamon
• a dash of vanilla extract
• slivered almonds (topping)
• maple syrup or Berry Bee Honey (topping)

For the Waffles:

• your favorite gluten-free or paleo waffle mix (and ingredients it requires)
• Thrive Algae Oil or coconut oil (to use as an ingredient in the mix)
• 2 tablespoons Cacao Magic Superfood Blend
• a dash of cinnamon
• a dash of vanilla extract
• a sprinkling of bee pollen not an animal protect-B vitamins, like B-12 (topping)
• Cacao Bee Honey (topping)

Do This:

Follow the instructions on the pancake or waffle mix you’re using, and use a blender to whip all of the ingredients together (this is especially important for the pancakes since you’ll want to liquify the leafy greens!). Cook the batter on a skillet or in the waffle iron to create your pancakes and/or waffles. Once they’re done, sprinkle with your favorite toppings (bee pollen is wonderful for the waffles and is loaded with vitamin B-12, an essential nutrient for your brain, blood, + nervous system!) + ENJOY!

Which everyday staple would you like to see supercharged with superfoods? Comment below!