# Trail Mix Pancakes This Protein-Packed Recipe for a Morning Meal Contains a Classic Camping Snack By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-04-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-mix-pancakes References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2017/04/tuesday-things-305/) & [themodernproper](https://themodernproper.com/posts/trail-mix-pancakes) If you have a camping trip planned for this summer, this recipe for trail mix pancakes makes a [protein-packed breakfast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-breakfast-items) you can make over the bonfire. This dish is a fun and colorful way to add extra protein to a traditional breakfast and make family meals around the campfire even more memorable. Posted by the blog The Modern Proper, the trail mix pancakes recipe is adapted from one by Martha Stewart. The morning meal can be prepared ahead of time by having the [dry ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-style-pancake-mix) in an air-tight bag and adding the eggs and milk to make batter later. Once poured into a large skillet, you can sprinkle trail mix into the batter to spruce up your flapjacks. The pancakes can be served with maple syrup and fresh fruit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Protein-packed Recipes:** Opportunity for developing innovative recipes that combine high protein content and unique flavors. - **Campfire Cooking:** Potential for creating convenient and delicious meals that can be prepared over a bonfire or outdoor grill. - **Memorable Family Meals:** Opportunity to create recipes and food experiences that enhance family bonding and create lasting memories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation possibilities for developing novel food products and meal solutions. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity to offer camping and outdoor cooking equipment designed specifically for creating unique dining experiences. - **Meal Preparation and Delivery Services:** Potential for incorporating protein-packed recipes like trail mix pancakes into meal kits or prepared meal services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snacking-Friendly Protein Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-pancakes.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Protein Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mprotein-protein-pancakes.md) - [Chocolate Chip Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-chocolate-chip-pancake-waffle-mix.md) - [Protein-Rich Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pancake-waffle-mix.md) - [Breakfast-Themed Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trek-peanut-butter-protein-flapjack.md) - [Hidden Veggie Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homestyle-pancake-mix.md) - [Fruity Protein Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-protein-pancakes.md) - [Strawberry Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-crme-pancake.md) - [Wholesome Ingredient Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-snacks-trail-mix.md)