Gluten Free Blueberry Vanilla Protein Pancakes with Very Berry Syrup

It’s morning. You’re enjoying your first Pink Drink when get a hankering for a delightfully, sweet breakfast treat. Kick off the day and satisfy your hungry tummy with these protein-packed, flavorful, berry-delicious pancakes!

Who would’ve thought something so decadent could be a good source of protein? We’re adding 15 grams of high-quality whey protein to normal gluten free pancake mix with Plexus 96® Vanilla. And, our creamy, vanilla-flavored protein powder is gluten free, 100 percent vegetarian and Non-GMO.
Oh! And, who can resist our Very Berry Syrup? Top your pancakes with made-from-scratch syrup featuring a stick of Plexus Slim®. If you’re looking for all the sweet without the calories of sugar, consider one of these natural sugar substitutes.

Gluten Free Blueberry Vanilla Protein Pancakes with Very Berry Syrup

Ingredients

Pancakes

• 1 cup gluten free pancake mix
• 1 package Plexus 96® vanilla
• 6 ounces fat free Greek yogurt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup extract (optional)
• ½ to 1 cup fruit/berries as preferred

Very Berry Syrup

• 1 packet Plexus Slim®
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 cups diced strawberries
• ½ cup sugar or honey
• 1 cup water + 2 tablespoons water, divided

Directions

1. Add all pancake ingredients to a blender. Blend on high. Cook on a griddle.
2. Combine 2 tablespoons water and cornstarch in a small dish. Set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water, sugar, and diced strawberries to a boil. Stir occasionally.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. Add water and cornstarch mixture and blend well.
5. As the sauce thickens, the strawberries will partially dissolve. Turn off heat. Allow to cool before serving.

Plexus 96® Banana Nut Protein Shake

Elvis’ peanut butter and banana sandwiches have nothing on this creamy delight. This protein-rich shake starts with 15 grams of high-quality whey protein from Plexus 96^® Vanilla, and then tops it off with peanut butter, almonds and Greek yogurt. Your taste buds will reminisce about the familiar flavors of banana nut bread, while your healthy side contemplates the more than 20 vitamins and minerals in the protein packet alone.

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Plexus 96® Banana Nut Protein Shake

Serves 1
Prep time: 4 minutes
Cook time: 1 minute

Ingredients
1 packet Plexus® Vanilla
8 ounces almond milk (substitute for preferred milk type)
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon peanut butter or peanut butter powder
10 almonds
1 frozen banana, sliced
4-6 ice cubes

Directions
Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth.

Plexus 96® Blueberry Vanilla Protein Shake

The blueberry muffin at the coffee shop. Skip it! Instead, opt for this healthy, creamy, and delicious blueberry vanilla protein shake. Blueberries are full of antioxidants⁴ and Plexus 96® Vanilla has more than 20 vitamins and minerals. Fifteen grams of high-quality whey protein will leave you feeling full, helping you to avoid high-calorie meals and snacks hours later.* Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast (or snack), this blueberry vanilla protein shake is sweet and tart with a delightful richness from the vanilla.

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Plexus 96® Blueberry Vanilla Protein Shake

Serves 1
Prep time: 4 minutes
Cook time: 1 minute
Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 packet Plexus 96® Vanilla
8 ounces almond milk (substitute for preferred milk type)
½ cup vanilla flavored Greek yogurt
½ cup blueberries
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4-6 ice cubes
Directions
Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth.
References
1 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10995120



*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Plexus 96® Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Shake

It’s 15 minutes until the school bus arrives, and you’re still packing the kiddos lunches. This peanut butter and jelly protein shake tastes just like the childhood classics you’re adding to their lunch pails—without the added sugar and carbs. Peanut butter adds healthy fat and extra protein to this grown-up PB&J; while the strawberries offer antioxidants, dietary fiber, and a ton of vitamin C!1 Plexus 96® vanilla whey protein powder is gluten free and 100 percent vegetarian—choose a gluten free peanut butter for a gluten free treat.

Plexus 96® Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Shake

Serves 1

Prep time: 4 minutes
Cook time: 1 minute

Ingredients
1 packet Plexus 96® Vanilla
8 ounces almond milk (substitute for preferred milk type)
1 frozen banana
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter or peanut butter powder
½ cup strawberries
4 ice cubes

Directions
Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth.

References
1 http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/271285.php